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Judge blocks US Dept. of Justice release of final reports on Trump cases
As Straight Arrow News previously reported, lawyers for President-elect Donald Trump asked in a letter published on Monday, Jan. 6, for Attorney General Merrick Garland to stop Special Counsel Jack Smith from releasing his final reports on the election interference and classified documents cases. Now, the federal judge who dismissed Trump’s classified documents case is… -
With 2 monuments in Calif, Biden creates largest protected tract of land in lower 48
In his final days in office, President Joe Biden is making history with the creation of two new national monuments in California. This action cements his legacy as the president who has protected the most land and water in U.S. history, according to Reuters. On Tuesday, Jan. 7, Biden will sign proclamations designating Chuckwalla National… -
US citizens sue Venezuelan president over alleged torture in prison
Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro is accused of running a torture-filled prison and using American detainees as bargaining chips in negotiations with the United States in a new lawsuit. Two men from the U.S., who were imprisoned in Venezuela, are suing Maduro, saying his security officials put them through a pattern of torture including waterboarding, electrocution,… -
Mexico moves migrants from US border ahead of Trump’s second term
With only a couple of weeks until President-elect Donald Trump’s second inauguration, Mexico is working to move migrant caravans away from the United States border. Mexican officials told the Associated Press they’re using a “dispersion and exhaustion” method to spread the migrants throughout the country while limiting how many gather in one place. It’s a… -
Calls for Apple to remove AI after series of incorrect headline summaries
After issuing a series of inaccurate news alerts Apple said it will update its artificial intelligence feature. Some of the false headlines the technology generated included one that said Luigi Mangione, the accused UnitedHealthcare CEO shooter, had killed himself and another that tennis star Rafael Nadal had come out as gay. Apple said it’s developing… -
Iran executed over 900 people in 2024, most in nearly a decade: Report
Iran reportedly executed more than 900 people last year, including dozens of women and five juveniles. It’s the most people the country has killed in nearly a decade, according to numbers compiled by the United Nations Human Rights Office. The country hung more than 30 women. Some of those women were reportedly convicted of killing… -
Sugary drinks tied to millions of diabetes, heart disease cases worldwide
A new study exploring the harmful effects sugary drinks have on health reveals a global rise in diabetes and heart disease linked to regular consumption. Researchers from Tufts University have released data showing that sugary drinks are responsible for an increase in both conditions, with significant health disparities emerging in low and middle-income countries. The… -
Greenland vows independence from Denmark following Trump’s offer to buy
Greenland is largely a self-governing territory, but Denmark still holds ultimate authority over the island, which is rich in valuable minerals. Greenland’s prime minister is now pushing for full independence, despite opposition from Denmark’s king. Prime Minister Múte Egede has called for Greenland to “break free” from what he referred to as “the shackles of… -
Texas officials on the watch for ‘maneater’ parasite after detection in Mexico
Texas officials are warning hunters and outdoor enthusiasts to be on the lookout for a dangerous parasite. Although U.S. officials successfully wiped out the parasite in 1966, recent detections in cattle across the border in Mexico have animal health experts back on high alert. The New World Screwworm is still prevalent in Cuba, Haiti and… -
New year, same fees: The debate over credit card swipe fees continues
Even as inflation cools, small businesses across the country are feeling the heat from credit card swipe fees as more consumers pay with plastic. “Swipe fees” is the catchall term for businesses’ payments to banks and card companies each time customers use their credit or debit cards to pay. While a federal rule caps debit… -
New Jersey removes basic literacy test requirement for teachers amid shortage
New Jersey has eliminated the requirement for aspiring teachers to pass a basic skills test in reading, writing and math. The change, which took effect Jan. 1, is part of a new law aimed at addressing the state’s teacher shortage. Under Act 1669, signed into law by New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy, the state has… -
Pope Francis names first woman to lead major Vatican office
For the first time ever, a woman will lead a major office at the Vatican. Pope Francis appointed Sister Simona Brambilla Monday, Jan. 6 to become the head of the department responsible for all the Catholic church’s religious orders. While women have previously been named to number two spots in Vatican offices, this recent move… -
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announces resignation
Justin Trudeau said he is stepping down as Canada’s Prime Minister and the leader of the ruling Liberal Party. He intends to leave office once a new ruling party leader is chosen. Trudeau made the announcement Monday, Jan. 6, after reports said he was expected to announce his resignation that week. “Every morning I’ve woken…
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