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LA Fitness being sued by US government over alleged discrimination
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) announced on Tuesday, Oct. 8, that is suing the nation’s largest fitness club chain, LA Fitness. It accuses the company of violating the Americans with Disabilities Act. The lawsuit filed this week alleges many of LA Fitness’ 700 facilities nationwide broke the law by failing to offer those with… -
Chinese authorities detain Taiwanese iPhone factory workers
Chinese authorities have detained four Taiwanese workers at Foxconn’s massive iPhone assembly plant in Zhengzhou, commonly known as “iPhone City.” This plant is one of Apple’s largest manufacturing hubs, employing hundreds of thousands of workers. The detentions come amid an ongoing crackdown by Beijing on foreign companies, raising concerns about the stability and security of… -
Afghan refugee arrested in Election Day terror plot worked for CIA: Report
An Afghan refugee arrested in Oklahoma this week for allegedly plotting a terror attack on Election Day previously served as a security guard for the CIA in Afghanistan, according to a new report. Officials said 27-year-old Nasir Ahmad Tawhedi entered the U.S. in 2021, just days after the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan. As the U.S.… -
Startup aims to overcome a major solar energy problem with space-based power
One of the biggest problems with solar energy is that the sun is not always shining on Earth, but in space, this type of power can be collected almost continuously, making it an attractive prospect for overcoming the intermittency of Earth-based renewables. The concept of space-based solar power has been discussed for over a century,… -
Paramount chair defends reprimanded CBS anchor over controversial interview
A CBS morning news anchor recently faced criticism following an interview with author Ta-Nehisi Coates. The discussion centered on Coates’ new book, “The Message,” particularly a section addressing the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. During the interview, Coates was questioned about his portrayal of the conflict. “The content of that section would not be out of place in… -
Ukraine’s drones strike a devastating blow to Russia’s Iranian-made weapons
Ukraine launched a series of drone strikes targeting key Russian ammunition depots, including a warehouse in Bryansk and a facility containing 400 Iranian-made Shahed drones, according to Ukraine’s military. The Shahed drones, a key weapon in Russia’s attacks on Ukrainian cities, account for nearly 5% of those deployed since the war began. The strikes are… -
AI companionship could be worth hundreds of billions by 2030
As artificial intelligence creeps into everyday lives, artificial girlfriends and boyfriends could become a multibillion dollar business by the end of the decade. AI chatbot companions promise to provide support for lonely or isolated individuals with engaging conversations, accessibility, entertainment, connection and even romantic and intimate companionship. “Replika” is one of the more popular bots… -
World’s first semisubmersible turbines may help solve offshore wind concerns
As the U.S. offshore wind industry grapples with rising installation costs and environmental concerns, a renewable energy project in Portugal may provide a viable alternative. Located a little over 12 miles off the Portuguese coast, WindFloat Atlantic developed the world’s first semisubmersible wind farm in 2020, and the facility has been proving its potential to… -
Kremlin reportedly confirms Trump sent COVID-19 testing devices to Putin
The Kremlin has reportedly confirmed details from a new book that states former President Trump sent Russian President Vladimir Putin COVID-19 testing devices for his personal use while in the White House in 2020, Bloomberg reports. This revelation comes from excerpts of journalist Bob Woodward’s new book, “War.” Woodward claims to have insight into Trump’s… -
Haitian gangs recruiting children with promise of food, shelter: Report
As violence continues to grip Haiti, there are now reports that gangs on the island nation are recruiting children as young as 8 years old. Human Right Watch (HRW) reported on Wednesday, Oct. 9, gangs are luring kids with the promise of food, shelter and money. Boys are reportedly recruited to be informants, trained to… -
Russian ‘floating bomb’ remains anchored off UK coast
A Russian cargo ship carrying over 1,000 tons of ammonium nitrate remains stranded just off the coast of Kent in southeast England, after being denied entry to several European ports. Authorities are monitoring the ship, dubbed a “floating bomb” by experts, as it continues to pose a potential threat due to the volatile nature of… -
Changes made to bid request for Bibles in Oklahoma classrooms
The Oklahoma Department of Education changed the requirements for vendors bidding to put 55,000 Bibles in public schools. The original request matched a version of the “Trump Bible.” The amended bid request, announced Monday, Oct. 7, no longer requires Bibles to include U.S. historical documents, including the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution. Those requirements… -
China raises tariffs on European brandy in response to EU’s EV duty hike
China has raised tariffs on European brandy imports as part of its response to the European Union’s new tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles (EVs). The move comes after the EU approved duties of up to 45% on Chinese EVs. The EU accuses Beijing of providing subsidies that artificially lower prices and create an unfair advantage…
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