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Mexico accused of ‘imaginary war’ on fentanyl with 95% of raids on inactive labs
Mexico’s government is being accused of fighting an “imaginary war” against drug cartels that smuggle fentanyl, the drug responsible for the most overdose deaths in the U.S. New data shows Mexico’s army is only raiding a handful of active drug labs each month despite U.S. pressure to ramp up efforts on fentanyl trafficking. The Mexican… -
Fatal Philadelphia news helicopter crash spotlights dangers of chopper reporting
The recent fatal crash of a news helicopter from ABC’s Philadelphia station is putting a spotlight on the dangers news crews face. According to reports, pilot Monroe Smith and photographer Christopher Dougherty were the only two on board when the chopper went down in Washington Township, New Jersey, killing both. State police discovered the wreckage… -
US homelessness hits 15-year high; California drives the surge
In the United States, homelessness has reached its highest levels in 15 years. A mere four states are accountable for over 50% of the homeless population. California takes the lead, with 28% of the nation’s estimated 653,000 homeless individuals, as reported by the Department of Housing and Urban Development. The surge in homelessness coincides with… -
Germany to permanently deploy troops for first time since WWII to counter Russia
In a move not witnessed since WWII, German troops are embarking on a permanent deployment to foreign soil. The decision comes amid Russia’s intensifying war with Ukraine, positioning troops in an at-risk region along Russia’s borders. The upped security will station 4,800 troops and their families in Lithuanian cities of Kaunas and Vilnius in an… -
Israel, Hamas negotiating second temporary cease-fire for hostage release
Israel is now open to a second temporary cease-fire, offering a pause in the war for one week and additional humanitarian aid in exchange for hostages taken by Hamas. Israel is demanding the release of more than three dozen hostages, and the country reports that over 100 people are still being held captive. This is… -
Trump’s rhetoric enflames debate over immigration policy
One of former President Donald Trump’s top campaign promises heading into 2024 is immigration reform. Trump highlights the border crisis as a top issue facing the U.S., a sentiment shared with the majority of American voters. According to polls released this month from CBS News and the Wall Street Journal, “immigration & the border” is… -
First-ever voter-mandated wolf reintroduction begins in Colorado
Colorado has passed its first voter-mandated reintroduction of endangered wolves in U.S. history. On Monday, Dec. 18, the mandate became a reality as the first gray wolf released on Colorado soil dashed out of a metal crate and into the Grand County mountains. Four other wolves soon followed. Wildlife officials worked from dusk until dawn… -
Russia warns Finland over deal to strengthen military ties with US
Tensions that Moscow said had been put to bed between Finland and Russia are heating up again after Finland signed a defense cooperation agreement (DCA) with the U.S. Finland and Russia share a long border and have a troubled history, most notably the 1939 Winter War, when Finland repelled an invasion by the militarily superior… -
Elon Musk’s X under European investigation for disinformation
X is under investigation over disinformation. The European Union announced Monday, Dec. 18, that it is beginning the first probe opened under Europe’s new Digital Services Act (DSA). The EU is looking into accusations that Elon Musk’s platform violated new regulations implemented in August. The regulations aimed to crack down on the spread of disinformation… -
Chicagoans want answers after city pays outside vendor $93M for migrant care
Chicago has paid vendors $138 million to provide care for migrants for just over a year during the ongoing U.S. immigration crisis. The city faces mounting criticism for doling out more than $90 million to a Kansas firm while local organizations received far less funding. Kanas-based Favorite Healthcare is owned by a U.K.-based organization known… -
US readies Navy to secure Red Sea shipping routes against Houthi attacks
The U.S. is deploying naval ships to the Red Sea amid increasing Houthi rebel attacks. While U.S. Central Command holds a 36-0 record against Houthi threats, most recently intercepting a hail of drone attacks, major shipping companies have temporarily halted Suez Canal transport — a route handling 9% of global oil. While in the Middle… -
‘Underground city of terror’: IDF says it found ‘biggest Hamas tunnel’ yet
Lying underneath the streets of Gaza and less than 500 yards from what was the busy Erez crossing on the border of Israel is what is being called the largest Hamas tunnel found in Gaza yet. Israeli officials announced they discovered the large tunnel on Sunday, Dec. 17. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) said the… -
US presses Israel to end large-scale ground operation, talks postwar control
The United States told Israel it wants the country to end its large-scale ground operation and move to more targeted attacks on Hamas. National security adviser Jake Sullivan delivered the message to Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday, Dec. 14. The U.S. and Israel have been discussing a timetable for scaling back Israeli ground…
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