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Survey: Almost half of Gen X says it’ll take a ‘miracle’ to retire
Generation X, formerly the “slacker generation,” is getting older and reaching retirement age. As of June 2024, the oldest Gen Xers will be 59 and a half — the youngest that a person can be to draw retirement assets without penalties. However, many say they are far from prepared. In fact, almost half of them,… -
95% of power restored in Ecuador after nationwide blackout
Power has been almost fully restored in Ecuador after a nationwide blackout left millions in the dark Wednesday, June 19. The blackout affected hospitals, homes and a major subway system. Roberto Luque, the country’s public infrastructure minister, said in a post on X Wednesday, June 19, that 95% of service was restored by 7 p.m. local time. Luque… -
Climate activists target Taylor Swift’s private jets, Stonehenge
Climate activists with the group “Just Stop Oil” targeted the private jets of Taylor Swift and Stonehenge in back-to-back days. The activist focused their attention at a British airport Thursday, June 20, spraying Swift’s jets with orange paint as the pop superstar is set to perform in London. Swift has been criticized in the past for her use… -
Louisiana law requires public classrooms to display Ten Commandments
Louisiana becomes the first state to require the Ten Commandments be displayed in public classrooms. And the prehistoric landmark Stonehenge was defaced by climate activists. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Thursday, June 20, 2024. Louisiana law requires public classrooms to display Ten Commandments Louisiana’s governor has signed a law that makes the state… -
Gaza aid delayed as convoys targeted amid lawlessness and security concerns
Escalating lawlessness and security concerns in Gaza have significantly delayed humanitarian efforts, with more than 1,000 truckloads of aid remaining stagnant at a Gaza-Israeli border crossing days after Israel implemented a humanitarian pause in fighting. United Nations officials reported that people are looting trucks as soon as they reach Gaza. The number of aid trucks… -
Chinese online forum gives step-by-step guide on how to cross US border
The number of migrants coming across the U.S. southern border has increased in recent years. However, it’s not only migrants from Mexico and Latin America. The number of people coming from China has also spiked. In 2023, around 37,000 Chinese citizens were apprehended at the border. That is 50 times more than in 2021. These… -
More parent screen time leads to more kid screen time: Study
If parents want to keep their kids from spending too much time in front of screens, they might want to look at their own habits. A new study published by Pediatric Research found the more time parents spend on cellphones or other screens around their kids, the more time kids tend to spend on them… -
Nationwide dropping 100,000 pet insurance policyholders due to inflation
Nationwide — the country’s largest provider for pet insurance — is dropping coverage for approximately 100,000 policyholders. The cancellations have already started June 14 and will continue through summer 2025. Nationwide blamed inflation for these steps. The company said this action will enable it to “maintain long-term viability and profitability.” “As pet lovers ourselves, we… -
Person appears to faint from heat during White House press briefing
The record-breaking heatwave hitting the U.S right now is more than just sweltering — it’s downright dangerous. A scare at the White House in the middle of a daily press briefing is highlighting just how dangerous heat can be, even indoors. White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre stepped off the podium Tuesday, June 18, after someone can… -
US soldier sentenced to nearly 4 years in Russian penal colony
A U.S. soldier has been sentenced to nearly four years in a Russian penal colony after being found guilty by a Russian court of stealing money from his girlfriend Alexandra Vashchuk and threatening to kill her. Army Staff Sgt. Gordon Black was sentenced to three years and nine months Wednesday, June 19. According to Russian media, Black partially admitted… -
Putin, Kim sign comprehensive partnership agreement in North Korea
Russian President Vladimir Putin receives a grand welcome from North Korean leader Kim Jong Un as the two leaders strengthen their partnership. And tense moments during the White House briefing as someone appeared to faint as dangerous temperatures grip the nation’s capital. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Wednesday, June 19, 2024.… -
Philip Morris pauses online Zyn sales amid legal challenge
Philip Morris International temporarily stopped online sales of Zyn nicotine pouches in the U.S. on Monday, June 17, in response to a legal challenge from the attorney general for the District of Columbia. The halt is part of an investigation into the company’s possible violation of the district’s ban on flavored tobacco products. “Zyn is… -
AI chatbots struggle to answer who won the 2020 election
Who won the U.S. presidential election in 2020? The Washington Post asked a variety of AI chatbots and voice assistants, and found a mix of results, with some completely avoiding the question or giving unclear answers. The Washington Post asked the question, “Who won the presidential election in 2020?” during its investigation. Here’s how some…
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