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New York man pleads guilty to operating secret Chinese police station: DOJ
A Manhattan man entered a guilty plea on Wednesday, Dec. 18, for his role in operating the first known secret police station in New York. The Department of Justice said it was opened on behalf of the Chinese government in the spring of 2022. The People’s Republic of China used Chen Jinping and his co-defendant,… -
Biden announces new 2035 climate goals before Trump takes office
Just weeks before President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration, President Joe Biden is making a final push to ramp up U.S. climate goals, addressing concerns over global warming. He announced on Thursday, Dec. 19, he wants to slash greenhouse gas emissions to at least 61% below 2005 levels by 2035. In 2021, he pledged at least a… -
Paris Hilton hints at potential political bid after youth welfare bill passes
After the Stop Institutional Child Abuse Act passed in Congress, Paris Hilton said she might consider adding another title to her résumé. The heiress, socialite, reality TV star and DJ was one of the act’s biggest advocates. After it passed in the House on Wednesday, Dec. 18, a reporter asked Hilton if she could see… -
Court finds judge broke ethics rules by publicly attacking Justice Alito’s ethics
A federal judge committed an ethics violation, according to a federal appeals court. The violation occurred when he questioned Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito, another member of the federal bench. A federal appeals court judge ruled that U.S. District Judge Michael Ponsor broke ethics rules when he published an essay in The New York Times.… -
Pair of astronauts stuck in space at ISS as return to Earth further delayed
Boeing Starliner astronauts stuck in space at the International Space Station received news that their return to Earth faces further delays. The two arrived at the ISS more than six months ago for an eight to 10-day voyage. Multiple mechanical issues with the Starliner forced NASA to return the capsule without Butch Wilmore and Sunita… -
Guy Pearce blocked from Christopher Nolan roles by studio executive: Report
Guy Pearce, star of Christopher Nolan’s “Memento,” revealed he was blocked from collaborating with the acclaimed director again. Speaking to Vanity Fair, Pearce shared that a Warner Bros. executive’s negative opinion of him ultimately derailed opportunities to work with Nolan on future projects. Nolan, known for working with actors like Cillian Murphy, Michael Caine and… -
WNBA to play first game outside US in 2025
The WNBA is making history once again. On Monday, Dec. 17, the league announced the Seattle Storm will take on the Atlanta Dream in Vancouver, Canada, marking the first regular-season game played outside the United States. The matchup will take place Aug. 15, 2025 at Rogers Arena. The league, which began play in 1997, has… -
Study finds ‘forever chemicals’ in higher-priced smartwatch wristbands
A recent study published in Environmental Science & Technology Letters has raised concerns about the presence of potentially harmful “forever chemicals” in certain smartwatch wristbands. These chemicals, known as PFAS, are human-made compounds that can persist in both the environment and the human body for decades. Researchers from the University of Notre Dame screened 22… -
Lisa Kudrow raises concerns over use of AI in Tom Hanks’ film ‘Here’
“Friends” alum Lisa Kudrow is speaking out about artificial intelligence in Hollywood, and she’s not holding back. Her criticism centers on Tom Hanks’ new film, “Here,” and the technology driving it. Directed by Robert Zemeckis, “Here” premiered in October and showcases AI-driven de-aging technology. The film spans decades, using generative AI to make stars Tom… -
Huntington Beach gets Calif. lawsuit against its voter ID law dismissed
The state of California’s attempt to stop Huntington Beach’s voter ID law lost in court on Monday, Dec. 16. The city said a state judge dismissed a lawsuit from the California attorney general and secretary of state that argued the city mandate violated the state constitution. Huntington Beach’s voter-approved rule requires a photo ID to… -
PGA will pay players for Ryder Cup
For the first time in the 98-year history of the Ryder Cup, one side will be paid to compete. On Monday, Dec. 16, the PGA of America’s board announced they’ll pay American players starting with next year’s event. The Americans will receive $500,000 for participating in the bi-annual tournament. Officials said $300,000 will go to… -
3rd federal judge backtracks on plans to retire after Trump win
A third federal judge has backtracked on plans to retire in the weeks following President-elect Donald Trump’s win. Judge James Wynn of the 4th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals told the White House he will not leave active service. Senate Republicans blocked President Biden’s nominee to replace Wynn. Democrats agreed to allow the block to… -
New species of human discovered may change evolution as we know it: Study
A new discovery reported on Sunday, Dec. 18, may forever change scientists’ understanding of human evolution. Paleontologists revealed recently what they say is a new human species from eastern Asia that lived alongside homo sapiens more than 100,000 years ago. Researchers said the unearthed fossils revealed these so-called “large head people” also known as the…
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