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Church attendance continues to fall, now below pre-pandemic levels: poll
The way Americans practice their faith is undergoing a transformation, as traditional religious institutions have witnessed a decline in attendance and individuals explore alternative avenues to express their spirituality. While a significant portion of the population identifies as religious, only about one in four Americans currently attend religious services, according to a recent Gallup poll.… -
Audio recording reveals Trump discussing ‘secret, classified’ documents
In a newly released audio recording, former President Donald Trump shuffles through papers while speaking about a “secret, classified document” in his possession after leaving office. The contents of the recording, made in July 2021, are quoted in the Justice Department’s 37-count indictment against Trump. The evidence is expected to be a central piece in the… -
CDC reports first locally spread malaria cases in US in 20 years
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued a health alert on Monday, June 26, warning about five locally spread malaria cases. The alert marks the first such cases in the United States since 2003. “In Florida, four cases within close geographic proximity have been identified, and active surveillance for additional cases is ongoing. Mosquito… -
US to send $500M in aid to Ukraine after Wagner Group rebellion
In the United States’ first notable action regarding Russia’s invasion of Ukraine since the Wagner Group staged a rebellion against Moscow over the weekend, President Joe Biden is expected to announce up to $500 million in military aid to Ukraine. The announcement is expected Tuesday, June 27. The package is set to include: The aid… -
Prigozhin charges dropped as he arrives in Belarus: June 27 rundown
Wagner Group Chief Yevgeny Prigozhin arrived in Belarus after his Russian mutiny charges were dropped, and the United States is set to announcement more military aid for Ukraine. These stories and more highlight the rundown for Tuesday, June 27, 2023. Mutiny charges against Prigozhin dropped Russian authorities announced Tuesday they have closed a criminal investigation… -
New NYC rules would force wood-fired pizzerias to cut emissions 75%
New York City is facing a debate over the use of coal and wood-fired ovens in historic pizzerias. The city has put forth new regulations that would require pizza parlors to reduce carbon emissions by up to 75%. However, the proposed mandate has sparked concerns among pizzeria owners who argue that it could affect the… -
Scientists optimistic about cancer cure vaccine, Alzheimer’s treatment
Scientists are optimistic about the development of vaccines that may cure certain types of cancer within the next five years. Additionally, a groundbreaking Alzheimer’s drug could receive approval from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) as early as next month. These medical advancements offer hope in the ongoing battle against some of the world’s most… -
NHTSA investigating Ford Explorer recall following more complaints
More than a year after Ford announced a recall of hundreds of thousands of Explorer SUVs, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced an investigation into the recall. The point of the investigation is to determine if the fix Ford came up with is adequate. The original recall covered certain 2020-2022 Explorers with 2.3-liter… -
North Korea holds mass anti-US rallies, touts ability to hit America with nukes
According to North Korea’s state news agency KCNA, about 120,000 North Koreans participated in mass rallies to mark the 73rd anniversary of the beginning of the Korean War. The war began June 25, 1950. The rallies featured strong anti-U.S. sentiments from the North Korean people, who shouted slogans vowing a “war of revenge” to destroy… -
Russia attempts to move on from Wagner Group revolt: June 26 rundown
The Wagner Group staged a revolt against Russia, and a bridge collapse in Montana sent a hazardous freight train into a river. These stories and more highlight the rundown for Monday, June 26, 2023. Dust settles in Russia following Wagner group revolt Russia’s defense minister made his first public appearance since a mercenary group fighting… -
Texas poised to become solar energy leader amid power grid strain
Texas, known as the nation’s leader in oil production, is rapidly transforming into a front-runner in solar energy as well. The state has witnessed a remarkable growth in solar power generation, with the amount of solar energy produced doubling since the beginning of last year. Projections indicate that this upward trajectory will continue, with solar… -
Tropical Storms Bret, Cindy form in early start to hurricane season
Tropical Storms Bret and Cindy became the first named Atlantic storms of the 2023 hurricane season. This marks the first time since record keeping began in 1851 that two named storms formed in the Atlantic in the month of June. Bret brought winds, heavy rain and swells of up to 15 feet to islands in… -
Whistleblower testimony claims DOJ interfered with Hunter Biden investigation
The House Ways and Means Committee released whistleblower testimony accusing the Justice Department of interfering in the investigation into President Joe Biden’s son, Hunter. The testimony came from two former IRS agents, one identified as Greg Shapley, who worked on the investigation into Hunter’s taxes and foreign business dealings. In their testimony, the whistleblowers described…