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Mississippi tornadoes kill dozens, state of emergency declared: March 27 rundown
Deadly tornadoes killed dozens of people in Mississippi over the weekend, and President Joe Biden declared a state of emergency; plus, sensitive source code used to run Twitter was leaked online. These stories and more highlight the daily rundown for Monday, March 27, 2023. Mississippi tornadoes kill 25 FEMA is now on the ground in… -
After the Taylor Swift crash, The Cure is upset with Ticketmaster
Taylor Swift kicked off her Eras Tour Friday, March 17, at the State Farm Arena in Glendale, Arizona, where local Mayor Jerry Weiers had actually ceremoniously renamed the area “Swift City” in honor of the music superstar. However, while “Swifties” rejoiced over the start of this much-anticipated tour, just a few months ago that excitement… -
Boeing reports security credential lapse of staff working on Air Force One
The Pentagon is seeking answers regarding Boeing aircraft employees who were found to be working on current and future Air Force One planes without the proper security clearance to do so. Security credentials are needed for anyone working on aircraft that will be used by the president and the U.S. government. The Pentagon found about… -
US base in Syria attacked by Iranian proxy forces following US airstrikes
Developing: The U.S. and Iranian forces in Syria have traded deadly blasts in the past 24 hours of March 23 – March 24. Iranian militant members launched the latest attack. A series of seven rockets targeted another U.S. military base on Friday, March 24. This time, in the Syrian province of Deir ez-Zor. This attack… -
American killed in Syria drone attack, US retaliates: March 24 rundown
President Joe Biden ordered airstrikes in northern Syria after an American contractor was killed in a drone attack; the U.S. and Canada reached a border deal; and Starbucks’ CEO will work the counter. These stories and more highlight your daily rundown for Friday, March 24, 2023. American killed in Syria drone strike An Iranian suicide… -
Russian jets are reportedly flying over a US military base in Syria
Armed Russian jets have been flying over a U.S. military base in Syria almost every day of March 2023, according Lt. Gen. Alexus Grynkewich who spoke to NBC News. The general said that Russian jets are flying directly overhead of military equipment and U.S. forces on the ground, and the planes are coming within just… -
DEA, US lawmakers point to China’s role in fentanyl crisis
Lawmakers are meeting Thursday, March 23, to discuss how China and other countries are helping to funnel fentanyl and other drugs across U.S. borders. They are also detailing how new tactics used by the U.S. government to confiscate fentanyl are working. The Drug Enforcement Administration has said China remains the primary source of fentanyl trafficked… -
TikTok CEO to testify, defend app security amid bans: March 23 rundown
TikTok’s CEO testifies on Capitol Hill; Wyoming’s abortion ban blocked; and the latest on former President Donald Trump’s indictment. These stories and more highlight the Straight Arrow News daily rundown for Thursday morning, March 23, 2023. TikTok CEO to testify on Capitol Hill TikTok’s CEO will testify before a House committee today, March 23, defending… -
Judge approves $626M settlement for residents impacted by Flint water crisis
It has been almost 10 years since a water crisis created a significant health hazard in the city of Flint, Michigan. Now, the state of Michigan is set to pay more than $600 million to compensate impacted residents. Tuesday, March 21, a state judge approved a $626 million settlement, clearing a final procedural hurdle. More… -
TikTok trackers found embedded in US state government websites
A security firm’s review of state government websites is revealing that the reach of TikTok is already embedded in its systems. It found that these websites are using what are called “TikTok trackers” that might be inadvertently helping TikTok collect data. Toronto-based Feroot Security found so-called tracking pixels from TikTok’s parent company, ByteDance, present in… -
More questions for Norfolk Southern, no Dollar Tree eggs: March 22 rundown
Norfolk Southern’s CEO is returning to Capitol Hill for a new round of questioning; and a new report details how scammers are now using artificial intelligence. These stories and more highlight the daily rundown for Wednesday, March 22, 2023. Norfolk Southern CEO to testify Lawmakers on Capitol Hill are taking further steps to boost rail… -
Philadelphia to pay George Floyd protesters $9.25M in settlement
The city of Philadelphia will pay more than $9 million in a record-breaking settlement with protesters. Those protesters were pepper sprayed and hit with tear gas in protests following George Floyd’s death in the spring of 2020. The money will be split among 350 people who participated in protests for racial justice. Police used tear… -
Idaho to allow death by firing squad for death row inmates
A new, legal form of execution is coming for death row inmates in Idaho. Death by firing squad will be an option in the state when lethal injections aren’t available and will be considered a last resort. The state Senate passed the legislation Monday with a veto-proof majority, weeks after the state House did the…
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