Vice President Mike Pence has suspended his 2024 presidential campaign due to his declining popularity. Pence had been lagging in polls and had only one percent support — the lowest of any Republican aspirant in the early race. The former Indiana governor had also failed to raise the money necessary to fund a national campaign, […]
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The ‘Gaza metro’: The mysterious subterranean tunnel network used by Hamas
The ‘Gaza Metro’ is a network of underground tunnels built by Hamas and used by militants in Gaza to move people and weapons. The system is estimated to be 2-3 km long and includes entrances above ground in many areas, connecting buildings and structures. It is equipped with electricity, communications systems, and ventilation and is […]
Prosecutors in Sam Bankman-Fried trial compare defense argument to ‘Dumb and Dumber’
Prosecutors in the trial of Sam Bankman-Fried have compared defense arguments to the 1994 comedy “Dumb and Dumber.” The analogy was made in response to the defense’s claims that Bankman-Fried was not aware that he was accused of misusing investor funds. The prosecutors argued that Bankman-Fried’s attempts to paint himself as unaware of the facts […]
‘I’m the longshot’: Dean Phillips embraces underdog role in shaky debut against Biden
Dean Phillips is a first-time congressional candidate in Minnesota’s 3rd District and he’s doing his best to embrace an underdog role. The Democrat from Minnesota, who is taking on incumbent Republican Erik Paulsen in a competitive race, is running on a platform of accessibility, transparency and bipartisanship. He has positioned himself as the Alvin York-like […]
Abortion bans and anti-LGBTQ laws are complicating business travel
The increasing prevalence of abortion bans and anti-LGBTQ laws in many states has complicated business travel for companies operating or sending employees across the country. These laws have raised moral and ethical concerns for businesses who do not wish to operate in states where their employees could have their rights violated. As such, many companies […]
McConnell urges tighter border security in Biden’s budget request along with support for Israel, Ukraine
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) pressed the Biden Administration to include more money for border security in its fiscal 2022 budget request. “It’s time for the administration to invest in American security — not roll out the welcome mat for illegal immigration,” McConnell said. He also urged the Biden Administration to include more money […]