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Israel and Hezbollah both claim ceasefire violations
Barely three days into a 60-day ceasefire between Israel and the Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah in Lebanon, both sides are claiming violations. On Thursday, Nov. 28, Israel carried out its first air strike since the agreement was reached, saying it targeted a rocket storage facility in southern Lebanon that breached the ceasefire deal. Lebanese authorities also said two people, who were trying to return… -
Mexico’s president refutes Trump’s claim she promised to close the border
President-elect Donald Trump said Mexico has agreed to stem the tide of migrants flowing into the United States, but Mexico’s president is now saying that’s not quite accurate. And Amazon workers are using Black Friday to make a statement about their labor situation. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Friday, Nov. 29, 2024.… -
1 in 4 Americans still carrying last year’s holiday weight
With Thanksgiving this week and the holiday season upon us, that tends to mean lots of family, friends, fun and food. That might have people dreading packing on the holiday pounds, unless they’re among the nearly 1 in 4 Americans who never lost last year’s holiday weight. A new survey conducted by Talker Research for… -
Most social media influencers don’t check sources before sharing info: Report
Nowadays, people turn to social media for everything from makeup and hair tips to getting their news. However, a new United Nations study highlights why influencers shouldn’t influence what we think too much. According to a new Pew Research Center poll, 1 in 5 Americans say they get their news from social media influencers. Meanwhile,… -
More than 3,000 fake Gibson guitars seized in California
U.S. Customs and Border Protection said it seized more than 3,000 fake electric guitars in southern California. They said the knockoffs were destined for the e-commerce market, just in time for holiday gift shopping. CBP said if the guitars were real, they would be worth about $18 million. Most of the fakes look like Gibson brand… -
Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade to go on, rain or shine
Despite rain in the forecast in the northeast on Thursday, Nov. 28, the show must go on — the show being the 98th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City. A Macy’s spokesperson told the New York Post the parade will proceed regardless of wet weather — good news for the expected 3.5 million… -
Cease-fire between Israel and Hezbollah holding so far
The cease-fire between Israel and Hezbollah marks a step toward peace in the Middle East, but what happens now in Gaza where Israel is still at war with Hamas? And rain or shine — but not wind — revelers get ready to celebrate in New York City at the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. These stories and more… -
Disney to pay $43M to settle gender pay gap lawsuit
Disney agreed to pay $43 million to settle a lawsuit on Monday, Nov. 25. The lawsuit alleged Disney paid female employees less than their male counterparts in similar roles for more than a decade. The settlement stems from a 2019 lawsuit brought by a woman who worked for Disney. She claimed six men with the… -
Biden proposes requiring Medicare and Medicaid to cover weight loss drugs
As President Joe Biden wraps up his term, his administration is proposing that Medicare and Medicaid cover popular weight loss medications. The new rule would dramatically expand access to anti-obesity drugs like Wegovy, Ozempic and Mounjaro. As of now, Medicare and Medicaid only cover these drugs if they’re prescribed to treat certain conditions like diabetes.… -
FBI agent acquitted in 2020 shooting arrested on sexual assault charges
An FBI agent has been arrested Monday, Nov. 25, on charges of sexually assaulting two women, according to police in Montgomery County, Maryland. Authorities there also said they believe there might be other victims out there. Special Agent Eduardo Valdivia, 40, is facing ten counts, including two of second-degree rape. Court records indicate the incidents happened in May… -
Dictionary.com chooses ‘demure’ as word of the year
Dictionary.com has named “demure” as its 2024 Word of the Year. The word went viral after a video was posted on TikTok by user @JoolsLebron in August. Dictionary.com said demure saw a nearly 1,200% increase in usage in digital web media alone between January and the end of August, mainly attributed to the video. “The rise and… -
Trump plans new tariffs on Canada, Mexico, China over drugs, migrants
President-elect Donald Trump vows to hit Canada, Mexico and China with new tariffs on their products coming into the U.S. And TSA is laying out its expectations as the Tuesday before Thanksgiving is one of the busiest travel days of the year. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Tuesday, Nov. 26, 2024. Trump plans new tariffs… -
Here’s why some people seem to age so much faster than others
We’ve all heard the saying, “age ain’t nothing but a number,” but is it true? It turns out, it is — to an extent. Stanford scientists noticed that, just like people, mice they were studying could be the same age but perform much differently. They found some could pass cognitive tests and race around their exercise…
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