Karah Rucker
More from Karah Rucker
-
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… -
NYC gears up to close 25th migrant shelter, cites lower need for care
New York City Mayor Eric Adams announced that the city will shut down the Floyd Bennett Field shelter in March 2025. This is the latest closure by the Adams administration, making it the 25th shelter to end its services. Migrants will be moved out of the shelter by the middle of January. In a statement,… -
Podcasters or journalists: Who will ask questions in Trump’s press briefings?
The White House briefing room, a space where journalists gather daily to ask questions, may soon look different under the incoming Trump administration. Karoline Leavitt, President-elect Trump’s pick for press secretary, suggested this week that the briefing room could be restructured. Leavitt said the Trump administration has possible plans to make room for more nontraditional… -
Sweden considers social media ban to stop youth gang recruitment
Sweden is grappling with an increase in childhood gang activity with some members as young as 11 years old. The country’s government is now considering a move that could restrict social media use in an effort to combat the issue. Swedish police have seen gangs “shopping” on social media for teens to commit murders and… -
‘MAGA celebrates,’ ‘liberals rage’: Media coverage of Daniel Penny’s acquittal
Daniel Penny has been found not guilty by a jury in the chokehold death of Jordan Neely. The case has sparked widespread analysis in the media, with discussions highlighting a divide over the verdict. Contrasting headlines reflect the political nature of the case: CNN: “Why Some MAGA Allies Are Celebrating Daniel Penny’s Acquittal” Fox News:… -
Parents file lawsuit after AI companion suggested their son kill them
Some people have grown concerned over the influence chatbots have on kids. Two sets of parents in Texas filed a lawsuit against Google’s Character.AI service, claiming the bots abused their children. The lawsuit states a chatbot hinted to a 17-year-old that he should kill his parents over screen time limits. “You know sometimes I’m not… -
NATO to protect undersea cables with ‘sea drones’ amid global tensions
Suspected sabotage in the Baltic and Mediterranean Seas is pushing new technology forward to protect undersea infrastructure. The unmanned fleet will have a surveillance system to record activity below the water’s surface. NATO is preparing to launch sea drones this summer to monitor the globe’s cable supply. The U.S. Navy’s 5th Fleet is behind the… -
Lara Trump leaves RNC, could make play for Florida Senate seat
Lara Trump is interested in becoming a U.S. senator. And now, the outgoing chair of the Republican National Committee may have not one but two different states where she could serve. In an interview with The Associated Press released Monday, Dec. 9, Trump, the wife of President-elect Donald Trump’s son Eric, said she would “seriously… -
NYC mayor looks to change sanctuary law, bypass city council opposition
New York City Mayor Eric Adams is exploring ways to get around current laws to deport undocumented immigrants. Adams said he may issue an emergency order to suspend the city’s sanctuary law, bypassing New York City Council opposition. Adams said during a Sunday appearance on CBS’s “The Point with Marcia Kramer” that he’s willing to… -
TikTok seeks temporary pause of US ban pending Supreme Court review
TikTok’s future in the United States remains up in the air. The platform asked a federal appeals court Monday, Dec. 9, to stop the Biden administration from enforcing a law that could lead to a ban in the coming weeks. The company filed an emergency motion on Friday, Dec. 6, asking for an injunction that…
Latest Stories
-
Getty Images
Biden considers commuting death row: Report
-
Louisville Metro Police Department
Louisville police issue citation to homeless woman in labor
-
Getty Images
New book accuses Spotify of promoting fake artists
-
Getty Images
Andrew Cuomo sues for defamation after sexual harassment allegations
-
Reuters
Driver kills at least two in Germany Christmas market attack
Popular Opinions
-
In addition to the facts, we believe it’s vital to hear perspectives from all sides of the political spectrum.
