Murphy touts New Jersey’s quality of life citing report that ranks state’s air quality among worst in U.S.
TRENTON, N.J. — Gov. Phil Murphy praised New Jersey’s strong showing in CNBC’s annual quality of life rankings Wednesday, even as data shows the state continues to struggle with some of the…
Murphy Rejects Unanimous Bi-Partisan Deepfake Bill, Citing First Amendment Concerns
TRENTON, N.J. — They say a blind squirrel can eventually find a nut. Today seems to be that day. Gov. Phil Murphy has conditionally vetoed a bipartisan bill aimed at criminalizing the…
Congressman Calls for Resignation of New Jersey Energy Board, Citing $320 Million in DEI and Equity Spending as Consumer Rates Spike
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Jeff Van Drew is demanding the resignation of New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (NJBPU) board members following their approval of a 17% increase in electric rates, calling…
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy ends identity-based observances, citing safety focus
NEWARK, NJ — U.S. Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy announced Friday that the Department of Transportation (DOT) will immediately cease participation in identity-based observances, stating that such events are “distractions” from the…
New Jersey Governor Announces Ban on Cell Phones in Public Schools, Citing Teen Mental Health Decline
TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey school testing grades are down. Mental health issues among teens and students across the state are at an all-time high. Now, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy is…
Progressive N.J. attorney general Matt Platkin denounces Hunter Biden pardon, citing harm to public trust
TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey Attorney General Matt Platkin criticized the idea of a presidential pardon for Hunter Biden, stating on Saturday that such an action could undermine confidence in the nation’s…
New Jersey’s Convicted Senator Menendez Asks For New Court Hearing Citing Prosecution Errors in Gold Bar Trial
Former Democratic Senator Bob Menendez has filed a motion in Manhattan federal court requesting a new trial after his bribery conviction. His defense argues that improper evidence was accessed by jurors during…
Paterson police crack down, tow vehicles blocking crosswalks, citing safety concerns
PATERSON, N.J. — The Paterson Police Department issued a warning to drivers this week about the dangers of blocking crosswalks, highlighting both the legal and safety risks involved. In a recent social…
Famous New Jersey Bakery Pulls Plug on Scheduled Republican Meet and Greet, Citing Trump
Anthony Calandra, the owner of Calandra’s Bakery and Italian Market in Essex County, recently made headlines after canceling a GOP get-out-the-vote event at his venue. Calandra had initially agreed to host the…
US-funded Radio Free Asia shuts Hong Kong bureau, citing security law concerns
By James Pomfret HONG KONG (Reuters) -U.S.-funded Radio Free Asia said on Friday it had closed its Hong Kong bureau citing concerns over staff safety after the enactment of a new national…
Judge Throws Out Elon Musk’s X’s Lawsuit Against Pro-Censorship Org, Citing Free Speech Grounds
A federal judge in California on Monday tossed billionaire Elon Musk’s X’s lawsuit against pro-censorship organization Center for Countering Digital Hate (CCDH). CCDH, a British nonprofit, has pushed tech giants to cease…
Stellantis laying off about 400 US workers, citing ‘unprecedented uncertantities’
By David Shepardson (Reuters) -Chrysler parent Stellantis said on Friday it will lay off about 400 U.S. salaried workers as it seeks to cut costs, boost efficiency and ramp up electric-vehicle production…
Trump sues ABC for defamation over report citing rape case
By Doina Chiacu WASHINGTON (Reuters) – Donald Trump has filed a defamation lawsuit against ABC News and George Stephanopoulos over comments the news anchor made on air involving the rape case brought…
Ukraine appeals for air defence aid, citing hundreds of missile attacks in March
(Reuters) – Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskiy appealed to Kyiv’s allies on Tuesday to supply more air defences, saying Russia had launched 130 missiles, more than 320 attack drones and almost 900 guided…
Jackson School District Says No Early Dismissal Citing Safety
Jackson, NJ – Jackson School District officials have decided to keep schools open for the remainder of the normal school day despite an unexpected shift in the weather that brought heavier snowfall…
DeSantis discussing ending 2024 presidential campaign -Bloomberg reports, citing sources
WASHINGTON (Reuters) – Republican Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and aides are discussing options for ending his 2024 presidential campaign, perhaps before Tuesday’s New Hampshire primary, Bloomberg News reported on Sunday, citing people…
Bank of Portugal cuts 2024 growth outlook, citing short-term uncertainty
LISBON (Reuters) – The Bank of Portugal on Friday lowered next year’s economic growth forecast to 1.2% from 1.5% it had set in October, in a slowdown from this year’s expected 2.1%…
Stellantis to cut Detroit SUV production, citing California emissions rules
By David Shepardson WASHINGTON (Reuters) -Chrysler parent Stellantis said on Thursday it will temporarily cut one shift at its Detroit assembly plant that builds Jeep sport utility vehicles, citing California emissions regulations.…
US restricts visas for Uganda, Zimbabwe officials, citing repression
By Kanishka Singh WASHINGTON (Reuters) – The United States on Monday expanded a visa restriction policy on Ugandan officials to include those it believes are responsible for undermining democracy and repressing marginalized…
Republican US senator blocks more military nominations, citing abortion policy
By Patricia Zengerle WASHINGTON (Reuters) – U.S. Republican Senator Tommy Tuberville prevented the approval of hundreds of military nominations on Thursday, continuing his blockade of promotions in protest over the Defense Department’s…
Sigma Lithium confirms resignation of COO, citing health reasons
By Fabio Teixeira RIO DE JANEIRO (Reuters) – Sigma Lithium on Friday said its Chief Operating Officer Brian Talbot left the company at the end of last month, confirming a Reuters report…
Malaysia sees greater savings from shift to targeted subsidy system – Bloomberg, citing minister
KUALA LUMPUR (Reuters) – Malaysia expects to save at least $1 billion to $2 billion a year from a shift to a targeted subsidy system in a bid to narrow its fiscal…
Some Sri Lanka creditors seeking debt restructuring deal without China – Bloomberg News citing sources
(Reuters) – Some members on the committee of Sri Lanka’s official creditors are pushing to reach a deal to restructure the nation’s debt without the participation of China, Bloomberg News reported on…
Largest U.S. women’s group makes early Biden endorsement, citing abortion rights threats
WASHINGTON (Reuters) – The largest U.S. women’s group on Friday endorsed President Joe Biden’s re-election bid, pledging to use its resources to mobilize voters and drive turnout in 2024. The political action…
McDonald’s drops tomatoes from India offerings, citing quality concerns as prices surge
By Riddhima Talwani and Rajendra Jadhav NEW DELHI/MUMBAI (Reuters) – Restaurants of fast food chain McDonald’s have dropped tomatoes from their burgers and wraps in many parts of India, hit by supply…
Shanghai regulators summon Starbucks, Shake Shack citing excessive personal data collection
BEIJING (Reuters) – Chinese regulators in financial hub Shanghai summoned three firms including Starbucks and Shake Shack earlier this week for collecting excessive personal information, the city’s cyberspace regulator said on Wednesday.…
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