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New cancel culture insurance policy offers celebrities a lifeline
Cancel culture has become a buzzword of the last decade. Celebrities, influencers and everyday people wonder if one misstep could lead to a public relations nightmare. A United Kingdom-based PR firm now offers a solution: cancel culture insurance. Cancel culture refers to the mass withdrawal of support for someone, often through public criticism or social… -
Trump wants between 1,200 and 1,500 ICE arrests per day: Report
The Trump administration is asking U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) offices around the country to ramp up arrests of immigrants who are residing in the country illegally, according to anonymous sources who spoke with The Washington Post. According to the newspaper, President Donald Trump wants ICE to increase its daily arrests from a few… -
AFC Championship a rematch for the ages between Bills and Chiefs
The AFC Championship on Sunday, Jan. 26, is a battle between two of the best teams in the NFL, with a little recent history thrown in for good measure. The Kansas City Chiefs are looking to continue their dynasty and make NFL history. The Buffalo Bills, meanwhile, are trying to slay the dragon and start… -
Alleged Sinaloa cartel leader extradited for federal drug charges in San Diego
A 44-year-old man, alleged to be a leader of the Sinaloa Cartel, was extradited from Mexico to San Diego to face federal drug trafficking charges, according to the U.S. Department of Justice. Octavio Leal-Hernandez, from Tijuana, is accused of trafficking methamphetamine, cocaine, heroin and marijuana from Mexico into the United States. Leal-Hernandez landed on U.S.… -
Concert season gearing up as more artists announce tours for 2025
Concert season is officially taking shape as major artists announce their plans for 2025 tours. From country megastars to iconic rock bands, fans across genres have a lot to look forward to this year. Morgan Wallen leads the charge Morgan Wallen has announced his “I’m the Problem” tour, set to kick off this summer. Sharing… -
Kanye West claims to be a billionaire, while Forbes disputes
Kanye West, now legally known as Ye, is no stranger to making bold claims. This week, he’s once again declaring himself a billionaire –– but Forbes disagrees, stating his net worth is far less. The controversial rapper and fashion mogul posted a statement on Instagram Thursday, Jan. 23, from Eton Venture Services, a business valuation… -
Vance forced to break tie confirming Hegseth for defense secretary
The U.S. Senate voted to confirm Pete Hegseth for the role of secretary of defense Friday evening, Jan. 24. Hegseth’s confirmation comes after numerous controversies emerged following his nomination. Vice President JD Vance cast the tiebreaking vote after a 50-50 split, with three Republican senators –– Sen. Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., Sen. Susan Collins, R-Maine, and… -
Mastercard, Visa ignored charges for child sexual content: Whistleblower
Two of the biggest credit card companies in the U.S. are being accused of facilitating payments to access child pornography and sex trafficking on the popular site OnlyFans. The allegations come from a whistleblower complaint filed in 2023. In the complaint filed with the U.S. Treasury’s Financial Crimes Unit, a whistleblower claims that Mastercard and… -
Suspects in deadly Vermont Border Patrol shooting had tactical gear: Officials
Federal law enforcement officials are releasing more details about the two suspects in the shooting of a U.S. Border Patrol agent Monday, Jan. 24, in Vermont. The incident occurred near the northern border with Canada. Court documents unsealed Friday, Jan. 24, reveal that the two suspects, a German citizen killed in a shootout with law… -
Trump signs order to declassify JFK, RFK and MLK assassination files
President Donald Trump fulfilled a campaign promise by signing an executive order to declassify all remaining documents related to the assassinations of President John F. Kennedy, Sen. Robert F. Kennedy and civil rights icon Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. “Everything will be revealed,” Trump told reporters in the Oval Office while signing the executive… -
New fires spread in Southern California as dry winds continue to blow
Southern California residents are bracing for more fires as continued winds and dry conditions allow more fires to spread and new blazes to start. Residents as far north as Ventura County and as far south as San Diego and the Mexican border face the threat of evacuation orders. The Hughes Fire started Wednesday, weeks after… -
Officer suspended after US Capitol Police allow armed man to take tour
An officer has been suspended after U.S. Capitol Police (USCP) allowed a man armed with a gun to enter the building for a tour. The incident marks a significant security failure, prompting mandatory training for USCP officers. According to a news release, police received a lookout for a man with mental health issues and suicidal… -
Super Bowl ads hit the field with celebrity teasers
The Super Bowl may still be weeks away, but those blockbuster commercials are already making their mark. Companies are running teaser plays and setting the stage for what promises to be a championship lineup of ads. Taco Bell kicks off with Doja Cat Taco Bell’s ad features singer Doja Cat, an avid fan of the…