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Healthcare execs ‘wanted’ posters pop up in NYC after Thompson’s murder
Following the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson last week, “wanted” posters for health care and financial executives are now reportedly popping up around New York City. The New York Police Department (NYPD) announced Tuesday, Dec. 10, that it is investigating these threatening images. The posters include pictures of insurance leaders and Thompson with a… -
Macy’s confirms employee hid $151M in expenses to cover mistakes
Macy’s revealed new details about an employee who hid millions of dollars to cover up a mistake. The company said what started as a single mistake led to years of cover-up. In November, the company discovered an employee intentionally entered erroneous accounting figures to hide about $151 million of delivery expenses. The employee told investigators… -
Rep. Nancy Mace reports assault, witnesses dispute as police make arrest
Rep. Nancy Mace, R-S.C., said she was “physically accosted” by a transgender youth advocate on Capitol grounds on Tuesday, Dec. 10. Police arrested 33-year-old James McIntyre and are charging him with assaulting a government official. The reported assault, which happened at an event for foster youth advocates, has sparked controversy, with some advocates who were… -
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… -
FBI Director Christopher Wray to resign ahead of Trump inauguration
FBI Director Christopher Wray announced his resignation Wednesday, Dec. 11. He said he would leave office before President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration in January. Trump nominated Kash Patel to lead the bureau, meaning Wray was left with two options: resign or be fired. During a town hall with FBI employees, Wray said although leaving isn’t easy,… -
Arkansas Gov. Sanders calls for a ban on buying junk food with SNAP
Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders is calling for a ban on buying junk food with food stamps. Sanders sent a letter to the incoming Health and Agriculture departments, asking for a waiver to reform the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program –– also known as SNAP. The program allows low-income families to buy a large variety of… -
Biden approves national security memo detailing cooperation by US adversaries
President Joe Biden approved a new classified national security memo Wednesday, Dec. 11. The White House said it could serve as a roadmap for the Trump administration on Russia, China, Iran and North Korea. The memo, which is not being made public due to what the White House called sensitive findings, has details on how… -
Annual drug overdose deaths decreased by greatest number in US history: CDC
Drug overdose deaths fell 17% between July 2023 and July 2024, according to a new report released on Wednesday, Dec. 11, by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Although drug overdose death numbers won’t be added up until the end of the year, the CDC said the drop would represent the largest decrease… -
Elon Musk becomes first person to reach $400 billion net worth
Elon Musk, the world’s richest person, just got even richer. He’s now the first person ever to reach a net worth of $400 billion, according to a new estimate from Bloomberg News, which attributes Musk’s skyrocketing wealth to the value of his companies, SpaceX and Tesla. Tesla shares hit a new all-time high of $415… -
UK bans puberty blockers for children under 18, citing ‘unacceptable risks’
The U.K. government has banned the use of puberty blockers for anyone under the age of 18. The ban follows a report from a government-ordered commission that flagged what it called “unacceptable safety risks” in continuing the treatment for children diagnosed with gender dysphoria. Following months of restrictions that began in March, puberty blockers will… -
Deportation showdown: San Diego sheriff will defy new ‘super sanctuary’ law
San Diego County’s elected officials are divided over immigration policies. The division comes after the board of supervisors voted Tuesday, Dec. 10, to make the region a “super sanctuary” county. Officials passed the new policy by a 3-to-1 vote. The legislation prohibits the Sheriff’s Department from cooperating with federal authorities. That includes Immigration and Customs… -
Republican candidate challenges 60k votes in NC Supreme Court race
North Carolina’s Republican candidate for the state’s Supreme Court is arguing that 60,000 ballots should be tossed out following the November election. The Democratic incumbent, Justice Allison Riggs, is expected to hold on to her seat after a partial recount. Results show she won the election by 734 votes. Riggs’ challenger, Republican Justice Jefferson Griffin,… -
Political crisis in S. Korea worsens as N. Korea breaks silence on situation
North Korea, well known for its long history of suppression of free speech and abuse of human rights, broke it silence on Wednesday, Dec. 11, over President Yoon Suk Yeol’s short-lived declaration of martial law last week. North Korean state media KCNA called the move an “insane act, reminiscent of the coup during the military…
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