NYC Mayor Eric Adams Open to Deporting Criminal Migrants with Trump Border Czar
New York City Mayor Eric Adams expressed his willingness to collaborate with incoming border czar Tom Homan on deporting illegal immigrants who commit crimes, emphasizing his commitment to protecting New Yorkers. Amid…
‘We Have No Choice’: Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot Announces Proof Of Vaccination Requirements To Enter Restaurants, Gyms
Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot announced a new policy Tuesday mandating certain businesses to require proof of vaccination. “New steps must be taken to protect the health and well-being of our residents,” Lightfoot…
Top Harvard Professor Found Guilty Of Lying About Payments From China
A prominent Harvard professor was found guilty Tuesday of lying about his ties to China, The Wall Street Journal reported. Charles Lieber, a scientist in Harvard University’s chemistry and engineering departments, was…
Democrats Demand Federal Probe Into Oil, Gas Industry Over ‘Life-Threatening Environmental Justice Issue’
A group of House Democrats from New York called for a federal investigation Tuesday into the role “peaker” power plants have in contributing to air pollution. The three Democrats led by Oversight…
Biden Says COVID Rapid Test Shortage Not His Administration’s Fault Because Latest Variant Was Such A Surprise
President Joe Biden deflected blame for the COVID-19 rapid test shortage amid a surge of cases from the Omicron variant, arguing the new strain was too unexpected to prepare for. Biden addressed…
Over 160 Migrants Drowned From Shipwrecks In One Week: REPORT
Two shipwrecks in the Mediterranean Sea resulted in more than 160 Europe-bound immigrants drowning over the weekend, according to the U.N.’s International Organization for Migration, the Associated Press reported. At least 102…
Canadian Court Declares Math Test For New Teachers ‘Unconstitutional’ Because Of Racial Disparities In Passage Rates
Ontario public schools will no longer require incoming teachers to pass a basic math proficiency test after finding racial disparities in passage rates. The Ontario Superior Court of Justice ruled Friday the…
‘Sci-Fi Becoming Reality’: New Government Office To Study UFOs
The U.S. will establish a new government program that will investigate unidentified aerial phenomena, also known as UFOs, TODAY reported. The National Defense Authorization Act called for the creation of the permanent…
POLL: Nearly 60% Of American Parents Are Concerned With What Their Kids Are Learning
Roughly 6-in-10 parents are concerned about the current quality of American education, according to a survey conducted by an education advocacy group. An overwhelming number of parents believe they should be able…
European Gas Prices Hit Record After Russia Cuts Supply
European natural gas prices hit an all-time high Tuesday after Russia suddenly reversed flows through a key pipeline transporting gas to Germany. The Dutch natural gas calendar, the benchmark European index, surged…
Migrant Dies After Falling From Border Wall In New Mexico, CBP Says
A migrant from Mexico died following a fall from the border wall in Sunland Park, New Mexico, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) said in a press release Monday. The fall happened on Dec. 14…
Census Bureau: Yearly Population Growth Slowest In US History
The U.S. population grew by 0.1% over the year that ended July 1, the slowest rate in American history, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. The bureau estimated that the population grew…
Kellogg’s Employees Agree To New Contract Ending Over 2 Month Long Strike
The roughly 1,400 striking Kellogg’s workers ended a 10-week strike and voted in favor of a new labor contract with the cereal giant, multiple sources reported. “Our striking members at Kellogg’s ready-to-eat…
Mayor Announces $100 Reward For COVID-19 Booster Shot
New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio announced Tuesday a new $100 reward for those who get a COVID-19 booster shot, multiple sources reported. In an effort to combat the soaring Omicron…
Democrats Allege People Complaining About Harris On Spanish-Language Radio Is A Coordinated Attack
Florida Democrats are saying criticism of Vice President Kamala Harris on Spanish-language radio shows is part of a coordinated campaign, Politico reported. Political veterans in the Sunshine State are alarmed by the…
Amazon’s Doorbell Cameras Recognize ‘Suspicious’ People By Their Face, Voice And Smell
Amazon was recently granted 17 patents for biometric doorbell technology that analyzes people’s faces, voice, skin texture and smell. Ring, Amazon’s doorbell and home surveillance business, was awarded a patent in July…
Researchers Sound Alarm On Himalayan Glaciers’ Ice Loss
Glaciers in the Himalayas, the massive mountain range that stretches across four Asian countries, are melting at a rapid rate causing researchers to warn of further losses and catastrophic effects. The glacier…
Auction Houses See Record Sales In 2021
The world’s three largest auction houses reported record sales of over $15 billion in 2021, highlighting a surge in global wealth and more first-time, young collectors entering the market, multiple sources reported.…
Electric Truck Maker Pays $125 Million To Settle Charges It Defrauded Investors
Electric truck manufacturer Nikola announced Tuesday it had settled fraud charges with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), agreeing to pay the regulator $125 million. The settlement is in response to allegations…
California’s New Congressional Map Bolsters Its Democratic Majorities
California’s citizen redistricting commission finalized a new congressional map late Monday that puts every Democratic incumbent in a seat that President Joe Biden won by at least 10 points. The independent commission’s…
‘Complete Carnage’: Super Typhoon Leaves Hundreds Dead In The Philippines
A powerful storm killed at least 375 people in the Philippines when it struck the country on Thursday, BBC News reported. The super typhoon, named Rai, injured at least 500 people while…