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Expert breaks down DOE plan to connect Texas with the national power grid
For nearly a century, Texas has maintained an isolated power grid, separate from the rest of the United States, primarily to avoid federal regulations. However, a series of recent power challenges, including severe winter storms and hurricane-force winds, have prompted the Lone Star State to move forward with plans to connect to the national power… -
Apple scales back Vision Pro production, cheaper model may be coming
Apple has scaled back production of its Vision Pro headset, according to a new report from The Information. Sources said the company slowed production in recent months to shift its focus to a cheaper version of the headset. The new version could arrive as soon as next year. Apple CEO Tim Cook acknowledged the high… -
Arizona teen charged with terrorism in connection with Pride parade plot
Authorities in Arizona said a teenager will be charged as an adult in connection with a planned terror attack on a Phoenix Pride parade. A grand jury indicted 17-year-old Marvin Jalo in October 2024 on felony terrorism charges for allegedly planning to bomb the parade in a show of support for ISIS. Jalo will be… -
NYC’s solar school buses transport kids and power the community
New York City is rolling out a fleet of solar-powered school buses that will not only transport students but also contribute to the local energy grid. The buses, equipped with rooftop solar panels, are designed to function as large batteries capable of storing surplus energy that can be sold back to the grid by school… -
Navy honors USS Washington with top military award
The crew of the USS Washington, a U.S. Navy submarine, has been awarded the prestigious Presidential Unit Citation. It was awarded to the crew for gathering “sensitive and unique” intelligence during a series of covert missions in Europe. The Virginia-class fast-attack submarine received the top military unit award for operations carried out over the course… -
US government fines American Airlines $50 million
The U.S. government has fined American Airlines $50 million for failing to properly assist passengers with disabilities and mishandling wheelchairs over a five-year period. The fine follows an investigation by the Department of Transportation, which revealed that wheelchair users had been injured in some cases, though an exact number was not disclosed. The investigation focused… -
Is the alleged $15,000 energy bill from Trump’s NYC barbershop visit accurate?
During former President Donald Trump’s recent visit to a New York City barbershop, the store’s owner raised concerns about increases in electricity costs, stating that his monthly energy bills had skyrocketed from $2,100 to $15,000 since the Biden administration took office. While electricity prices in New York have gone up since Trump left the White… -
Iranian general charged in plot to assassinate dissident journalist in US
An Iranian military official is facing charges for allegedly orchestrating a plot to assassinate an Iranian-American journalist in New York, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) announced Tuesday, Oct. 22. The charges expose an international network of conspirators working to silence a prominent critic of the Iranian regime, according to the DOJ. Ruhollah Bazghandi, a… -
Trump to appear on ‘The Joe Rogan Experience’ podcast
Podcasts are all the buzz this election cycle, and former President Donald Trump just locked in an appearance on the most popular podcast, “The Joe Rogan Experience.” Trump is set to record at Rogan’s studio in Austin, Texas, this Friday, Oct. 25. This will be the first time he appears on the show, which boasts… -
Hurricane Helene spurred IV fluid shortage may delay surgeries for weeks
Hospital officials said on Tuesday, Oct. 22, the aftermath of Hurricane Helene may delay scheduled surgeries for weeks after the storm washed out nearby bridges and water seeped into the factory. Baxter International’s North Carolina plant reportedly supplies 60% of IV solutions nationwide and sterile water for surgeries. Health systems report rationing fluids and giving… -
Toxicology report reveals Liam Payne died with ‘pink cocaine’ in his system
Liam Payne reportedly had “pink cocaine” in his system when he died after falling from a hotel balcony in Argentina, according to a toxicology report. The 31-year-old former One Direction singer’s tragic death has shed light on the dangers of the synthetic drug, known as “tusi,” which includes a mixture of methamphetamine, MDMA, ketamine and… -
Egypt’s small-scale Gaza cease-fire seeks breakthrough on hostage deal
Israeli officials are reportedly considering a small-scale Egyptian cease-fire proposal with Hamas. An Israeli security cabinet official said the potential cease-fire would involve the release of six Israeli hostages in exchange for a two week pause in fighting. The cease-fire would be temporary fix until a full-scale release of all 101 hostages could be secured.… -
Trump threatens litigation in letter to CBS following Harris interview
Former President Donald Trump’s lawyers have sent a letter to CBS News demanding the release of the transcript from the “60 Minutes” interview with Vice President Kamala Harris. This latest threat of litigation escalates the ongoing conflict between Trump and the network over the editing of one of Harris’ responses. The CBS legal department addressed…