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Human traffickers in Canada use TikTok to advertise ‘safe’ border crossings
Full Story Smugglers are using TikTok to advertise human trafficking services across the Canadian border, according to a report by the New York Post. The Canadian “coyotes” primarily target Indian nationals, offering a hassle-free trip to the United States for up to $5,000. The TikTok posts often feature a United States flag waving over a… -
CBS’ Margaret Brennan links Holocaust to free speech: Bias Breakdown
Full Story CBS News has come under scrutiny from conservative circles following comments made by “Face the Nation” anchor Margaret Brennan, who suggested Adolf Hitler weaponized free speech in Germany during Sunday’s broadcast. The backlash intensified after a “60 Minutes” segment aired the same evening, showing German police raiding homes over allegations of online hate… -
DeepSeek shared user data with TikTok owner ByteDance
One day after banning DeepSeek in South Korea, officials said the AI chatbot developed by a China-based startup shared user data with ByteDance, the Chinese owner of TikTok. The South Korean Personal Information Protection Commission confirmed the news Tuesday, Feb. 18 after already removing DeepSeek from app stores over data protection concerns. There’s currently no… -
Homebuilder confidence drops to 5-month low amid tariff costs
Full Story Homebuilders are feeling less optimistic about housing market conditions as the Trump administration’s tariffs weigh on current and future sales. According to a new survey from the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index, confidence for newly built, single-family homes is at its lowest level since September 2024. How much… -
Michigan judge using car washes to clean up act of Walmart shoplifters
Full Story A Michigan judge is turning to an unconventional punishment for those caught stealing. Instead of imposing massive fines or sending shoplifters to jail, Judge Jeffrey Clothier is offering them a chance to wash their crimes away by washing cars. Walmart car wash sentences instead of jail time In one day last month, Clothier… -
Gov. Hochul meets with key leaders about NYC Mayor Eric Adams’ future
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul, a Democrat, met with key leaders Tuesday, Feb. 18, to discuss potentially removing New York City Mayor Eric Adams from office. Hochul called on political figures, including the Rev. Al Sharpton, City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams and City Comptroller Brad Lander, for a series of one-on-one meetings at her Manhattan… -
White House court filing says Musk is not the official leader of DOGE
The Department of Government Efficiency is expanding its reach within the federal government, aiming to conduct a massive overhaul. But one question remains: Who’s really in charge? It turns out Elon Musk isn’t technically leading the department. What’s in the court filing? The new information came from an affidavit filed by the White House Monday,… -
Axios will use ‘Gulf of America’ but defends AP amid White House scrutiny
Full Story Axios has decided to refer to the body of water along the southern U.S. coastline as the “Gulf of America.” It follows an executive order issued by the Trump administration that renamed it from the Gulf of Mexico. In a post on X, Axios stated its priority is providing fact-based reporting. Axios clarified… -
4 deputy mayors resign from NYC Mayor Eric Adams’ administration: Report
There’s more controversy surrounding New York City Mayor Eric Adams. On Monday, Feb. 17, four of his deputy mayors announced their resignations. The New York Times reported the resignations are due to an alleged quid pro quo between Adams and the Trump administration. The Trump administration reportedly agreed to have the Justice Department drop corruption… -
California town wants cameras, Border Patrol to stop boats transporting migrants
California lawmakers are pushing to strengthen protections for people living in the U.S. illegally, while some beach communities are advocating for a different approach. San Clemente wants to work with immigration agents to monitor 7 miles of coastline using surveillance technology. San Clemente leaders call for increased coastal surveillance San Clemente city leaders warn that… -
DOGE accesses IRS in search for gov’t waste, Democrats fear data at risk
The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) currently has a team member sifting through IRS files, searching for government waste and fraud. According to a memorandum first obtained by The Washington Post, the DOGE team member will work at the IRS for at least 120 days. Memorandum requires confidentiality The individual is expected to gain access… -
Google hopes users harness power of AI to protect against cybercriminals
Google is hoping people will harness the power of artificial intelligence to protect themselves from cybercriminals. The tech giant is currently testing a new feature for its Chrome browser, which uses AI to change users’ passwords if they is found to be compromised. How does it work? When Google Chrome detects saved passwords are comprised,… -
Pentagon-run schools may pull books, including one by actress Julianne Moore
Actress Julianne Moore said her book about embracing diversity has been removed from schools serving military families. The book is called “Freckleface Strawberry,” and it is based on Moore’s own childhood experience of a 7-year-old girl “who’s learning to love the skin she’s in.” In a social media post Sunday, Feb. 16, Moore wrote she…
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