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Secret Service agents suspended amid Trump shooting investigation
Several members of the U.S. Secret Service have been placed on leave following July’s assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. According to ABC News, this involves at least five Secret Service officials who were involved in the planning of protection of Trump that day. Sources said that the internal investigation is expanding to focus… -
Taliban impose increased morality rules for women, fire beardless military men
On the heels of the Taliban celebrating three years in power, new rules being enforced on the people of Afghanistan. From further restrictions on women’s rights to a formal crackdown on dress codes for both genders. During the week of Aug. 18, over 280 members of the Afghan National Security Forces were dismissed because they… -
USPS proposes cost-cutting plan that could slow mail delivery in rural areas
The United States Postal Service is announcing new plans to cut costs and improve its finances. However, the plan does mean slower mail delivery for some Americans starting in 2025. The proposal aims to overhaul the delivery logistics of the service, a move that could delay mail delivery in certain areas. The areas most affected… -
US border agents seize $5 million worth of meth hidden in fake watermelons
Drug smugglers are broadening their horizons in their attempts to get illegal drugs into the U.S. This time, border agents intercepted a truck carrying more than $5 million worth of methamphetamine. The drugs were disguised to look like over 1,000 watermelons at a border crossing in San Diego. This comes just a week after officials… -
Australians gain the ‘right to disconnect’ under a new law over workers’ rights
Starting Monday, Aug. 26, Australians will gain the right to be left alone after office hours. That comes thanks to a new law passed earlier this year. The legislation, passed in February, protects employees who choose not to monitor, read or respond to any contact from their employers after hours. It essentially enshrines the “right… -
Home sales in July picked up after 4 months in a market slump
After a four-month slump, sales of previously occupied homes finally picked up in July. Lower mortgage rates and a rising number of homes on the market appear to have encouraged more home shoppers to make a move. Despite the news, the increased supply of homes did not help cool home prices. Sales are still down… -
New York City to use city land in massive housing expansion
New York City Mayor Eric Adams has issued an order to figure out what city-owned land would be best for housing development. The city is currently tackling an affordable housing crisis, as it struggles with a rental vacancy of just 1.4% The order from Adams requires all city agencies from the New York City Police… -
FAA sends dozens of unruly passenger cases to FBI for possible prosecution
The Federal Aviation Administration has intensified its efforts to combat disruptive behavior on flights. The agency has referred 43 cases to the FBI for potential prosecution in the last year. Since 2021, that means the total now sits at 310, though it’s unclear how many lead to actual prosecution. The FAA said it has absolutely… -
The hidden cost of clicking ‘agree’ when it comes to consumer rights
If you’ve ever signed up for a cellphone plan, a streaming service, or created an account on a website, chances are you’ve signed away your right to sue that company for wrongdoing. Most of us don’t even realize it. But during the week of Aug. 18, that reality took center stage in a lawsuit against… -
Tesla Semi fire shuts down California highway after crash
A recent crash involving a Tesla semitruck in California is highlighting the challenges in transitioning to green energy sources. The crash occurred near the Nevada-California border on Monday, Aug 19. As the U.S. looks to electrify different parts of transit, such as buses and trains, semitrucks are also getting the EV treatment. California registers the… -
Pro-life activist wins settlement after arrest for silent prayer
A pro-life activist in the United Kingdom has won a legal victory and a financial settlement after being arrested for silently praying outside an abortion clinic. The arrest raised concerns about freedom of speech and religious expression for those opposing abortion. Isabel Vaughan-Spruce received a settlement of nearly $17,000 from the West Midlands Police. The… -
US service members win big at the 2024 Paris Olympics: Weapon of the week
This week’s episode of Weapons and Warfare is dedicated to recognizing a few members of the U.S. military that recently represented the stars and stripes in a different way. Several U.S. military soldiers competed as Olympians in Paris for the 2024 Games. The U.S. Army sent the largest contingent of athletes to the Games, with… -
RFK Jr. campaign looks at 2 options: Drop out or ‘join forces with Trump’
Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is struggling both financially and in the polls. According to financial reports, the Kennedy campaign spent $7 million in July, but only railed $5.6 million. Now he’s left with just $3.9 million in the bank, and $3.5 million in debt. Kennedy’s polling has also become an issue. Last…
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