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IDF unearths booby-trapped hostage prison cells; ceasefire talks continue
Israeli soldiers uncovered prison cells located in an underground network of Hamas tunnels in Khan Younis. Soldiers believe Israeli hostages were kept in dire conditions and say they found the entrance of the tunnel at the heart of civilian infrastructure in the home of a Hamas terrorist. Israeli soldiers advanced on the tunnel shaft, killing… -
Mexico claims cartels have access to US military weapons, pushes investigation
The Mexican government is calling on the U.S. to take additional measures to curb the illicit flow of U.S. military weapons across its borders. Mexico’s top diplomat announced Monday, Jan. 23, that she is pushing for an investigation into the increasing presence of U.S. military equipment in the hands of Mexican drug cartels. According to… -
Fake robocalls, push for Biden write-in: What’s happening with Dems in NH
Voters will cast their ballots in the nation’s first primary of the 2024 presidential election on Tuesday, Jan. 23. However, Democrat incumbent President Joe Biden will not be on the ballot. Twenty-one other Democratic candidates will be present, but there are zero delegates up for grabs due to the Democratic National Committee’s new rules for… -
Former military officials express national security concerns over Biden’s EV plans
A coalition of 17 former military officials — including multiple one, two and three-star officers — have sounded the alarm about the implications of electric vehicle (EV) adoption on U.S. national security. In a letter addressed to President Joe Biden and EPA Director Michael Regan, the veterans expressed concerns that current administration policies incentivizing EV… -
Judge orders wind farm on tribal lands removed in mining dispute
A wind farm spanning 8,400 acres of land in Oklahoma is now set to be dismantled after a federal judge’s ruling in a legal battle stretching over a decade. The Osage Nation — on whose tribal lands the turbines were built — has been engaged in a multi-year fight for their removal, citing concerns related… -
Democratic bill to bar militia activities faces constitutional questions
During the American Revolution, militias — known as “Minutemen” — formed the backbone of the revolutionary forces. These groups, comprised of men aged 16 to 60, were tasked with serving, keeping arms and training for the defense of their towns. While historical militias were state-operated and answered to the government, today’s militias operate without government… -
‘Cancel culture is dead’: Univ. of Mich. declares new free speech protections
On college campuses nationwide, some protestors have effectively halted controversial speakers from expressing their thoughts and viewpoints. In April of last year, protesters at San Francisco State University disrupted a speaking event for Riley Gaines, a former NCAA swimmer, who advocates against boys and transgender girls from participating in girls’ sports teams. The University of… -
Canadian youth can now get ‘safer supply’ doses of fentanyl from the gov’t
California and New York have opened “safe injection sites,” and Canada is creating “safer supply programs,” enabling residents to legally use illegal drugs. The programs are meant to create safe spaces where people already using drugs can be monitored by health officials to prevent drug overdoses. British Columbia is being criticized for having fentanyl as… -
NY officials’ new budgets show strain caused by immigration crisis
New York state and New York City officials are set to disclose their proposed budgets for the upcoming fiscal year, with immigration emerging as a major focus. As New York City supports nearly 70,000 migrants in shelters, there’s a pressing need for additional funds to continue caring for them with food, shelter and medical care.… -
Advocacy groups preparing litigation in case of Trump reelection
Former President Donald Trump won the Iowa caucuses on Monday, Jan. 16, with Ron DeSantis claiming second place and Nikki Haley landing third. Trump’s performance matches trends from nationwide polls showing him as the favored Republican nominee. The general election is 10 months away on Nov. 5, however, some organizations are already preparing for litigation… -
Hertz to sell one-third of its EV fleet amid high repair costs, Tesla price cuts
Hertz is selling off approximately one-third of its electric vehicles (EVs) — totaling around 20,000 cars — in a move that will incur a cost of $245 million. The rental car company plans to reinvest the proceeds from the sell-off into purchasing more gasoline-powered cars. Hertz CEO Stephen Scherr said the declining prices of electric… -
US and EU playing catch up to China’s lead in EV charging infrastructure
China has emerged as the global leader in electric vehicle (EV) adoption while also boasting a robust lead over the rest of the world in charging infrastructure. Beijing has overseen the installation of about 2.3 million EV chargers throughout the country — approximately one for every seven Chinese EVs. Comparatively, the European Union is in… -
Oregon’s top court lets Trump stay on ballot for now, waits for SCOTUS ruling
In a ruling on Friday, Jan. 12, Oregon’s top court granted permission for former President Donald Trump to remain on the state’s primary ballot, leaving the final decision on his eligibility to the U.S. Supreme Court. The state justices rejected a challenge that sought to remove Trump from the ballot based on the 14th Amendment,…
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