Latest News
Italy curbs solar panels on agricultural land, some warn it may raise power costs
In Italy, where food is deeply intertwined with the nation’s cultural identity, a new government proposal may require Italians to pay more on their energy bills in order to support the farms that make the nation’s world-renowned culinary scene possible. Rome is attempting to place restrictions on the installation of solar panels in areas designated…
Fmr. Fed president: If the Fed wants 2% inflation, they have to raise rates
At the start of the year, markets anticipated the Federal Reserve would cut interest rates six times in 2024. Five months into the year, even a single interest rate cut is questionable as inflation stays stubbornly above 3%. Minneapolis Federal Reserve Bank President Neel Kashkari said on May 7 the Fed may need to hold…
Russia labels Ukraine’s F-16 jets nuclear threat, warns against French involvement
Tensions are mounting as French President Emmanuel Macron suggested to The Economist that he might send troops to Ukraine if Russia breaks through the front lines. Macron warned that a Russian victory could prompt further aggression in Europe. In response, Russia has stated that any French soldiers deployed would be considered legitimate targets. Amid these…
Poll: Most Americans ‘very’ concerned over media’s election night coverage
For the media, Election Day is one of the most popular days for reporting. News outlets often plan for it months, even years, in advance. However, a new Associated Press poll found most Americans don’t trust the media to do its job properly on its biggest night of the year. The poll shows that 53%…
Republicans demand answers after Biden admin halts Israel bomb shipments
The Biden administration confirmed it paused shipments of ammunition to Israel amid fears of a potential ground invasion near the Gaza border city of Rafah. Republicans demanded answers following this development. Last month, Congress passed a $95 billion foreign aid package for Israel and Ukraine. The package allocated $15 billion for the Israeli military. According…
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says a worm ate part of his brain then died
Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. revealed in a 2012 deposition — as part of his divorce proceedings from his second wife — that he had experienced a parasitic worm eating part of his brain. The finding was first reported by the New York Times on Wednesday, May 8. Kennedy said that it occurred…
OpenAI partners with publisher of People magazine
OpenAI has partnered with Dotdash Meredith, the publisher of People magazine, to enhance its ChatGPT system. Dotdash Meredith said the collaboration will incorporate “trusted content” from the company’s array of brands — including “Better Homes & Gardens,” “Food & Wine” and “InStyle” — providing ChatGPT with access to recipes, health information, entertainment coverage and product…
Russian airstrikes damage Ukrainian energy facilities
Russian airstrikes hit nearly a dozen Ukrainian infrastructure sites early Wednesday, May 8, damaging three Soviet-era thermal power plants. Ukrainian officials reported that the strikes injured three people and impacted energy facilities, homes and public transportation across several regions. “The world slept through the revival of Nazism — at 5 a.m. on February 24, 2022,” Ukrainian…
US pauses shipment of bombs to Israel amid concerns over Rafah operation
The U.S. paused a shipment of bombs to Israel amid concerns over an invasion in Rafah. Stormy Daniels testifies in the criminal trial of former President Donald Trump, prompting a bid for a mistrial by his legal team. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Wednesday, May 8, 2024. US pauses shipment of…
Sikorsky’s King Stallion gives USMC added muscle: Weapon of the week
The Sikorsky CH-53-K King Stallion helicopter upgrade is already living up to the hype as one of the most versatile tools available to the U.S. military. New video shows the helicopter refueling in mid-air while carrying an F-35 jet. That new skill is just the beginning for this weapon of the week. The U.S. Marine…
Welcome back to trustworthy journalism.
Here at Straight Arrow News, we…
Report without partisan spin, earning distinctions from media bias experts at AllSides and Ad Fontes
Share what other news outlets are underreporting with our Media Miss™ tool
Provide perspective with opinions and commentary from all sides