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Border talks fall apart in Senate days before vote on Biden’s aid package
Border talks between Senate Democrats and Republicans fell through during the weekend of Dec. 2, as senators are expected to vote on President Biden’s aid package for Ukraine, Israel, Taiwan, and the U.S. southern border. Biden is seeking $106 billion with $14 billion earmarked for tightening border security. Republicans are looking to strike a deal… -
Virginia city cancels menorah lighting to avoid appearing to side with Israel
A Williamsburg, Virginia, organizer has canceled a planned Hanukkah celebration out of concern that it might send a “pro-Israel message” and “signal support of the killings of thousands of people in Gaza.” A local rabbi had been scheduled to lead the event prior to its cancellation. The decision to cancel the Jewish tradition has sparked… -
Europe’s AI regulations face uncertain fate amid negotiations
The European Union’s once-pioneering efforts to regulate artificial intelligence have hit some roadblocks in the face of new legislation. Lawmakers are struggling to reconcile differing perspectives on foundation models such as generative AI tools like ChatGPT, according to Reuters. The European Commission unveiled its proposal for the AI Act in 2021, and the European Parliament… -
Denver parent sues school to fly ‘heterosexual pride’ flag with other flags
In Denver, an elementary school is facing backlash for displaying LGBTQIA+ pride flags but refusing to include flags representing heterosexual pride. In response, a parent of two children in the school system is suing the school, claiming that the refusal is a violation of free speech. The parent, Nathan Feldman, is taking legal action against… -
New York City officials consider first US congestion pricing program
New York City officials are considering implementing the first congestion pricing program in the United States. The Traffic Mobility Review Board released a proposal on Thursday, Dec. 1 revealing the details. The plan aims to address the persistent issues of congestion and air pollution in Manhattan’s Central Business District while generating approximately $1 billion annually… -
Texas sues Pfizer, says company lied about efficacy of COVID vaccine
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has filed a lawsuit on behalf of the state against Pfizer. The lawsuit claims that Pfizer intentionally misrepresented the efficacy of its COVID-19 vaccine. Pfizer asserted 95% efficacy for its vaccine because it offers “relative risk reduction” for recipients. However, Paxton argues that this claim is misleading, pointing out that… -
‘Twitter Files’ journalists testify on the Hill over weaponization of government
The weaponization of government is a topic that has been brought back into focus on Capitol Hill. Since taking up the issue in February, Big Tech has been in the crosshairs. The House Judiciary Committee questioned four witnesses in this latest round, regarding the “Twitter Files” that were released a year ago. Lawmakers are looking… -
Anti-immigration signs spark hate crime probes in Northern Ireland
United Kingdom police are investigating a potential hate crime after anti-immigration signs were posted throughout Belfast, Northern Ireland. Signage in the area declares that the community “will no longer accept the re-housing of illegal immigrants.” This is the second investigation into similar signage in Northern Ireland’s capital city this month. Political leaders condemn the signs… -
Reporters film immigrant smugglers cutting fence, call Border Patrol
NewsNation journalists covering the immigration crisis at the southern border recorded apparent human smugglers in action. Following some provocative behavior from the smugglers, the news crew seemingly had no choice but to become part of their story. According to the network, the news team was reporting from Lukeville, Arizona, when they saw a group of… -
NJ Gov. Murphy expedites offshore wind solicitation following setback
New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy remains undeterred in his pursuit of offshore wind development despite the recent withdrawal of two major projects by Ørsted. In a statement issued Wednesday, Nov. 29, Murphy announced that he has directed the state’s Board of Public Utilities to open the state’s fourth offshore wind solicitation in early 2024, inviting… -
City that barred gun range ads at airport now banning all ads
Flagstaff, Arizona, has decided to bar all private advertising at the Flagstaff Pulliam Airport and city recreational spots. The moves comes after Flagstaff Pulliam Airport denied Navy veteran and Flagstaff resident, Rob Wilson, the ability to run his advertisement at the airport for his business, Timberline Firearms and Training Indoor Gun Range. Only advertising through… -
Amazon’s AI chatbot Q aims to help businesses with daily tasks
Amazon unveiled its AI chatbot on Tuesday, Nov. 28, called Q. The chatbot is designed to help businesses with a variety of tasks, such as summarizing documents, and it can be tailored to the business. “Amazon Q is a powerful new tool that can help businesses improve efficiency and productivity,” Adam Selipsky, CEO of Amazon… -
State AGs say new HHS foster care rule would violate Christian families’ rights
A proposed new rule in the federal foster care system is intended to serve as an extra layer of protection over a child’s gender identity, but it could end up backfiring on the entire system. Nineteen Republican attorneys general have submitted a request for the Biden administration to reverse course the rule, saying that it…
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