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Maduro and opposition both claim to win Venezuela’s presidential election
In a highly watched and highly scrutinized electoral process, Venezuela’s president election is ending in controversy. Authoritarian President Nicolás Maduro claimed to have won the election on Monday, July 29. However, his political opponents have too. With 80% of votes counted, Maduro is said to have won with more than 51% of the vote, leading electoral authorities to declare… -
Apple reaches first-ever union deal with Maryland employees
Apple and the International Association of Machinists have reached a tentative labor deal for the Towson, Maryland store, marking the first U.S. union agreement for Apple’s retail workers. This deal follows the store’s workers voting to join the union in June 2022 and subsequently voting to authorize a strike in May. The agreement, pending ratification… -
Israel says Hezbollah will ‘pay the price’ after deadly attack on soccer field
Israel vowed Hezbollah will “pay the price” after the deadliest strike on Israeli territory since Oct. 7 killed 12 children. And former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris continue on the campaign trail with less than 100 days to go until Election Day. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Monday, July 29, 2024.… -
One thing Americans overwhelmingly agree on is Biden’s call to drop out: Poll
With the upcoming 2024 presidential election, it may seem like divisions have gotten worse amongst Americans. However, while there may be a lot they don’t agree on, one recent political decision is garnering widespread support. A new poll from The New York Times/Siena College on Thursday, July 25, revealed that 87% of registered voters agree… -
Loneliness epidemic hitting workplaces across the US
Americans are lonely, so much so that the surgeon general has declared loneliness an epidemic. A new study by research firm BSG, TheLi.st and Berlin Cameron showed that 86% of white collar workers between the ages of 18 and 34 said they’ve felt lonely or isolated as a result of their job role, and 76%… -
N. Korea hackers steal military secrets, hit Air Force bases, NASA, US says
In a coordinated effort, officials from the United States, Britain and South Korea issued a joint statement disclosing that North Korean hackers have been systematically infiltrating and stealing sensitive military secrets. According to the statement, North Korean-affiliated hackers have successfully breached several critical U.S. agencies. Among the affected entities are Air Force bases in Texas… -
American canoeist hopes to bring Disney magic in historic 4th Olympic appearance: Racing Toward Paris
This is the fifth installment in our weeklong series taking a closer look at Team USA members and their sports as the Paris Olympics get underway. Casey Eichfeld is many things: a husband, father, Olympian and a self-described Disney fanatic. “We got married at Disney World in Epcot,” he told Straight Arrow News, confirming his… -
Barack and Michelle Obama endorse Kamala Harris for president
In a highly anticipated move, former President Barack Obama and former first lady Michelle Obama have officially endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris for the 2024 presidential election. The announcement was recorded in a video posted to social media. “We called to say, Michelle and I couldn’t be prouder to endorse you and do everything we… -
Ohio court rules ‘boneless’ chicken wings can have bones
According to the Ohio Supreme Court, “boneless wings” may not always be completely bone-free. This clarification followed a lawsuit by Michael Berkheimer, who sued a restaurant after a bone fragment from “boneless wings” he ate in 2016 lodged in his throat, causing serious health issues. He sued the restaurant for negligence and breach of warranty.… -
US arrests Mexican drug cartel leaders ‘El Mayo’ and ‘El Chapo’s’ son
U.S. authorities said they’ve arrested a Mexican drug cartel kingpin who’s evaded capture for decades. Federal agents lured Ismael “El Mayo” Zambada across the border into Texas, where they took him into custody on Thursday, July 25. “El Mayo” is described as the leader of the powerful Sinaloa cartel, which authorities said has been flooding the U.S. with… -
Arson attacks disrupt train travel ahead of Paris Olympics opening ceremony
With just hours to go before the Olympics opening ceremony, arson attacks disrupted traffic on France’s high-speed train lines. And following a Supreme Court ruling banning sleeping in public spaces, California Gov. Gavin Newsom issued an executive order to remove homeless encampments. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Friday, July 26, 2024. Arson attacks disrupt train travel ahead… -
Biden wants to change the Supreme Court, faces mixed responses
President Joe Biden announced plans to try and change the Supreme Court during his address on Wednesday, July 24. The topic has become a partisan issue, with many in the Democratic Party supporting the changes to the High Court and Republicans opposing them. According to Biden these adjustments are necessary to preserve the nation’s democracy.… -
Georgia reverses decision on state funding for AP Black studies course
Georgia state Superintendent Richard Woods said on Wednesday, July 24, the state will pay for districts to teach a new Advanced Placement course in African American studies. A day prior, Woods said state money would not be used for the course but didn’t say why. His statement sparked backlash, with critics saying the decision would…
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