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Zelenskyy asks US, NATO to help hit targets in Russia, stop missiles
Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is looking to the United States for more help in its defense against a Russian invasion. Zelenskky wants the U.S.to help identify Russian targets it could strike with its own arsenal. Zelenskyy and his military also want the green light to use U.S-supplied weapons to hit targets inside Russian borders. The… -
Rep. Green raises alarm over record 10 million migrant encounters under Biden
Chairman of the Committee on Homeland Security Rep. Mark Green said he expects federal border authorities to have encountered 10 million migrants by the end of the summer under the Biden administration. The number of migrants has never been seen in two-term presidential administrations — let alone one. According to U.S. Customs and Border Protection… -
Water war heats up as US officials seek to block funds to Mexico over treaty fight
A longstanding water dispute between the United States and Mexico has reached a critical point, with Texas at the center of the controversy. The issue revolves around an 80-year-old water treaty, in which Mexico committed to sending 1.75 million acre-feet of water to the Rio Grande every five years. In return, the U.S. supplies millions… -
More Americans want journalists to hold their political views: Poll
Roughly 2 out of 5 Americans believe it’s important to receive news from journalists who share their political views, according to a recent survey by the Pew Research Center. Americans prioritize journalists’ alignment with political views over religious views, age, race, gender, and communication style. Conservative Republicans (47%) and liberal Democrats (50%) emphasize the importance… -
Gaza protest fallout: Congress launches probe of UCLA after violence on campus
After violent clashes between pro-Palestinian protesters and pro-Israeli counter-protesters, some in U.S. Congress demanded that the University of California, Los Angeles turn over documents regarding its response. The House Committee on Education and the Workforce opened an investigation into the handing of pro-Palestinian encampments on campus. In a letter to the school on Wednesday, May… -
Backlash after Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker’s controversial college speech
An online petition called for the Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs to fire its kicker, Harrison Butker, over a commencement speech. The petition, which has been widely circulated, accuses Butker of making sexist, homophobic, anti-trans, anti-abortion and racist remarks. “As a man who gets a lot of praise and has been given a platform… -
University of Michigan regents cry foul after protesters target homes
The University of Michigan reported that members of its board of regents woke up to body bags, fake corpses and toys covered in fake blood strewn across their front lawns and at their doors on Wednesday, May 15. Pro-Palestinian student groups claimed responsibility for the displays. The University of Michigan attributed responsibility to several groups,… -
Neuralink knew of issues with breakthrough brain implant for years: Report
A report from Reuters on Wednesday, May 15, found that Elon Musk’s company, Neuralink, knew about the possibility of tiny wires coming loose from its experimental brain implant device years before the first human patient experienced the issue. The company became aware of the issues with the device, which gives paralyzed patients the ability to… -
More American workers cheating to pass workforce drug tests
According to data obtained by Quest Diagnostics, the number of U.S. employees who allegedly tampered with their drug tests increased by more than six times in 2023 compared to the previous year. This surge represents the highest rate recorded in over 30 years. “Some American workers are going to great lengths to attempt to subvert… -
Potential buyer of TikTok emerges in hopes of fundamentally changing app
A new U.S. law signed by President Joe Biden on April 24 is forcing ByteDance, the parent company of TikTok, to sell the app by Jan. 19 or face a ban in the United States. Meanwhile, a potential buyer has emerged and he’s hoping to fundamentally change the app and social media. Former Los Angeles… -
Mothers of Miss USA and Miss Teen USA speak out against organization
The mothers of Miss USA and Miss Teen USA are voicing their concerns after their daughters resigned from their titles earlier in May. Miss USA 2023, Noelia Voigt, and Miss Teen USA 2023, UmaSofia Srivastava, have both stepped down. Voigt cited mental health reasons, while Srivastava stated that her values no longer aligned with the… -
DOJ cracks down on AI threats ahead of 2024 election
Federal prosecutors are increasing efforts to combat election-related crimes involving artificial intelligence. Deputy U.S. Attorney General Lisa Monaco announced that the Justice Department will seek tougher sentences for crimes using AI, including threats against election workers and voter suppression. Artificial intelligence continues to be a significant concern as the 2024 election approaches. According to a… -
Biden challenges Trump to debates, Trump accepts. First one set for June 27
President Joe Biden challenged former President Donald Trump to a pair of debates on Wednesday, May 15. Trump accepted the offer just minutes later. “Donald Trump lost two debates to me in 2020,” Biden said. “Since then, he hasn’t shown up for a debate. Now, he’s acting like he wants to debate me again. Make…