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Earthquake in Iran fuels online speculation of nuclear testing
Tensions between Israel and Iran have intensified amid fears that a recent earthquake in Iran was not a natural disaster, but rather the result of a secret underground nuclear test. This online speculation arises as both nations exchange warnings concerning Iran’s nuclear ambitions. Israel views Iran’s nuclear program as an existential threat, and over the… -
Headlines compared: Kamala Harris’ multiple answers to ‘60 Minutes’ question
CBS has broadcast two different versions of a portion of its “60 Minutes” interview with Vice President Kamala Harris. Publications have generated a number of different takes on the story. The Daily Beast: “Trump, Still Fixated on ‘60 Minutes,’ Whines About ‘Illegal’ Edits to Harris’ Sit-Down” The Hill: “Trump: ‘60 Minutes’ producers ‘sliced and diced’… -
Case dismissed against baker over refusal to make gender-transition cake
The Colorado Supreme Court declined to rule whether a Christian baker can refuse to make a gender-transition themed cake for a transgender customer. A technicality led to the case getting dismissed. It all started when Autumn Scardina sued Jack Phillips in 2017 after the Denver-area baker said he would not make the celebratory pink cake… -
Mexican mayor’s murder prompts 4 mayors to demand more security
Four mayors in Mexico are demanding more security detail. The politicians’ requests come due to safety concerns stemming from the death of newly elected Mayor Alejandro Arcos, who was reportedly murdered just days into the job. Mexican federal authorities announced on Tuesday, Oct. 8, that the request for federal protection came just a day after… -
Texas first responders warned to watch for Tren de Aragua gang violence
A series of high-profile arrests of Tren de Aragua gang members has occurred in major cities across Texas. The arrests are raising concerns about public safety and the safety of first responders. In San Antonio, a massive raid over the weekend of Oct. 5, targeted 300 apartment units following reports of drug activity, human trafficking,… -
Garth Brooks sues sexual assault accuser, alleging extortion
Country music artist Garth Brooks is naming his sexual assault accuser in a lawsuit, claiming she is trying to extort millions from him. The suit, brought forward by a former hairstylist and makeup artist identified as Jane Roe, claims he raped her during a work trip in 2019. She also accuses Brooks of publicly outing… -
VP nominee Walz supports national popular vote over Electoral College
Minnesota governor and Democratic vice presidential nominee Tim Walz recently expressed support for abolishing the Electoral College in favor of a national popular vote. Speaking at a fundraiser hosted by California Gov. Gavin Newsom, Walz emphasized that while many share this sentiment, the likelihood of seeing such a change in the current political landscape remains… -
Deadspin loses effort to get defamation lawsuit over blackface article tossed
A Delaware judge has ruled that a defamation lawsuit against the sports website Deadspin can move forward. The case involves a 9-year-old Kansas City Chiefs fan, Holden Armenta. The controversy began when Deadspin published an article criticizing the NFL, featuring an image of Armenta. The article claimed the league needed to speak out “against the… -
Sexual assault allegations revealed within the CIA: Report
Multiple allegations of sexual assault within the CIA are coming to light. Some victims describe it as the CIA’s own #MeToo Movement. Courts in Northern Virginia and Washington have been hearing cases of alleged sexual assault at the spy agency for more than a year now, according to CNN. Two cases in Virginia led to… -
‘F***ed up in 2014’: Book claims Biden blamed Obama for Russia-Ukraine war
A new book by journalist Bob Woodward, titled “War,” alleged that President Joe Biden expressed candid frustrations about his former boss, former President Barack Obama. Biden allegedly partially blamed Obama for the war in Ukraine, according to excerpts from the book set to be released next week. Excerpts obtained by CNN first reveal that Biden… -
Clash over deceptive political TV ads: DeSantis wants abortion ad removed
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, R, is demanding that a local TV station stop airing a political ad from a pro-abortion group related to an abortion amendment on the ballot. With less than a month to go before Election Day, political ads are flooding the airwaves. However, current laws allow for political ads to contain false… -
New book alleges Trump-Putin ties: Secret COVID tests and multiple calls
A new book by journalist Bob Woodward revealed behind-the-scenes details about former President Donald Trump’s relationship with Vladimir Putin. Multiple news outlets including The New York Times and CNN obtained excerpts from the book called “War.” Woodward wrote in the book that Trump sent Putin COVID-19 tests for his personal use during the height of… -
‘The craziest day’: Trump gives new details about first assassination attempt
In an interview with Fox News, former President Donald Trump shared new details about the day he was shot in the ear and nearly assassinated in Butler, Pennsylvania, on July 13. He discussed his trip from the rally to a local hospital and revealed where his son Barron was when news of the assassination attempt…
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