WASHINGTON — The controversy surrounding President Joe Biden’s bid for reelection continued on Sunday, with a fifth senator urging him to step aside and allow Democrats to select a new nominee through an “open process.” The Biden campaign acknowledged “differing opinions” but maintained that the party would unite to defeat Republican Donald Trump. Sen. Joe […]
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Protecting Yourself From Scams After the CrowdStrike-Related Microsoft Outage
The Microsoft IT outage that affected services globally on Friday was caused by a software update from a third-party cybersecurity firm, CrowdStrike. The outage, which continues to cause disruption, affected 8.5 million Windows devices. Although this represents less than one percent of all Windows machines, the outage crashed systems worldwide, impacting online banking portals and […]
Kids Online Safety Act: What It Is and Its Prospects for Passage
The Kids Online Safety Act enjoys support from a diverse coalition, including children’s advocacy groups and technology companies such as Microsoft, X, and Snap.
Mandatory Evacuations Issued as Wildfire Engulfs Salt Lake City, Over 100 Firefighters Respond
Salt Lake City officials have ordered residents to evacuate certain areas due to a wildfire, with over 100 firefighters working to contain the blaze. Helicopters and airplanes were dropping water on the flames on Saturday as ground crews worked to control the fire on Ensign Peak. The initial fire crew was dispatched around 4:30 p.m., […]
The Nazi Origins of the Olympic Torch Relay
The lighting of the Olympic cauldron on July 26 will mark the start of the Games and the end of a two-and-a-half-month torch relay designed to inspire enthusiasm across France for the games. Beginning in Ancient Olympia, Greece, on April 16 as a tribute to the original version of the Games, the torch arrived in […]
Lyles Sets Personal Best in 100m at London Diamond League
Noah Lyles, gearing up for the upcoming Paris Olympics, achieved a new personal best in the 100 meters at the Diamond League meet in London on Saturday.
Florida Man Faces Arrest for Online Threats Against Trump and Vance
A Florida resident, Michael W. Wiseman, was taken into custody on Friday after being accused of making threats against former President Donald Trump and U.S. Senator JD Vance, as well as their families, on social media platforms. The Jupiter Police Department announced Wiseman’s arrest, citing charges of making written threats to kill. Jupiter Police Major […]
Notable Fashion Choices at the Republican National Convention
On Thursday evening in Milwaukee, one of the more theatrical moments of an already lively convention occurred when wrestler , unveiled a bright red Trump-Vance tank top. The dramatic reveal was one of many showy sartorial statements made during the convention, where the attire was flashy, bold, and flamboyantly patriotic. were omnipresent in every possible […]
Why Is July’s Full Moon Called the Buck Moon?
Don’t miss out on the chance to witness July’s full moon this weekend! Known as the Buck Moon, the full moon will reach its peak illumination in the U.S. at 6:17 a.m. ET on Sunday, July 21. The full moon will be visible throughout the weekend, from Friday night to Monday morning. The name “Buck […]
Firefighter Killed at Trump Rally Honored With Funeral Ceremony
CABOT, Pa. — The sound of bagpipes, a three-volley gun salute, and a bugle playing taps filled the air of a small Pennsylvania town on Friday as hundreds gathered to honor a former fire chief who was shot and killed at a rally for former President Donald Trump. Following funeral services for Corey Comperatore, large […]
Trump’s Campaign Remains Strong
Donald Trump remains steadfast in his campaign, leveraging the incident to amplify his political support.
International Court Rules Israel’s West Bank Presence Illegal
THE HAGUE, Netherlands — The top U.N. court ruled on Friday that Israel’s presence in the occupied Palestinian territories is “unlawful.” The court called on Israel to end its presence and for settlement construction to cease immediately. This constitutes an unprecedented and sweeping condemnation of Israel’s rule over the lands it captured 57 years ago. […]
Much Wenlock, England: The Birthplace of the Modern Olympics
Despite the Greek roots of the word “Olympic,” the modern Olympics will bear little resemblance to the sports tournaments in ancient Greece. The origins of the Olympics can be traced back to a 776 B.C. footrace (known as a hoplitodromos) won by a cook named Koroibos of Elis, according to Jeremy Fuchs, sports journalist and […]
Microsoft Outage Impacts Global Operations, Disrupting Flights, Banks, and Media
WELLINGTON, New Zealand — A widespread Microsoft outage disrupted flights, banks, media outlets, and companies around the world on Friday. Disruptions escalated for hours after the technology company said it was gradually resolving an issue affecting access to Microsoft 365 apps and services. The website DownDectector, which monitors user-reported internet outages, recorded escalating outages in […]
Trump Offers Unity, Then Returns to Familiar Attacks in Speech
Trump’s allies claimed he emerged from his assassination attempt as a changed man, revising his Republican National Convention speech to advocate for national unity. As he commenced his one hour and thirty-three minute address on Thursday night, it appeared that vision was taking shape. Trump recounted the shooting incident that nearly ended his life in […]
Hulk Hogan Endorses Trump at RNC, Calls Him His ‘Hero’
Hulk Hogan, the renowned entertainer who captivated wrestling fans in the 1980s and 1990s, entered a new arena on Thursday night: the political stage at the Republican National Convention. Hogan addressed the RNC shortly before Donald Trump was slated to accept the party’s nomination, delivering one of the most energetic speeches of the convention. He […]
Lou Dobbs, Conservative Political Commentator and Veteran Cable News Host, Dies at 78
New York — Lou Dobbs, the conservative political pundit and veteran cable TV host who was a founding anchor for CNN and later was a nightly presence on Fox Business Network for more than a decade, has died. He was 78. His death was announced Thursday in a post on his official X account, which […]
Costco Offers 25-Year Shelf Life Emergency Food Bucket
For those seeking preparedness for any eventuality, from a natural disaster to a doomsday scenario, Costco offers a solution – an emergency food bucket with a shelf life extending up to 25 years. This contains a total of 150 servings of freeze-dried and dehydrated foods, along with beverages. Priced at $79.99 at the wholesale retailer, […]
Sheikha Mahra, Daughter of Dubai Ruler, Announces Divorce on Instagram
Sheikha Mahra, daughter of the current ruler of Dubai and Prime Minister of the United Arab Emirates, posted on Instagram on Wednesday seemingly announcing her divorce from her husband. The post from Princess Sheikha Mahra bint Mihammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum’s verified Instagram account says she is ending her marriage: “Dear Husband, As you are […]
American Man Making Social Media Threats Against Taylor Swift Detained in Germany
BERLIN — A 34-year-old American man who made threats against Taylor Swift on social media was detained before her first concert in Gelsenkirchen, Germany. He will remain in custody until her performances there are complete, police stated on Thursday. The suspected stalker, whose name wasn’t revealed, had a ticket to Swift’s concert at Gelsenkirchen’s Veltins-Arena […]