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A 20-year-old student, identified as Phoenix Ikner, has been accused of being the gunman behind the Florida State University shooting that resulted in two deaths and six injuries. Ikner, believed to be a student at FSU, is the son of a deputy who served the Leon County Sheriff’s Office for over 18 years. He was […]
VATICAN CITY – On Easter Monday, April 21, 2025, the Vatican announced with deep sorrow the passing of Pope Francis at the age of 88. The first Latin American pontiff, born as Jorge Mario Bergoglio, breathed his last at his residence in the Vatican’s Casa Santa Marta. His death marked the end of a transformative […]
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is urging Americans to prepare for the upcoming May 7 deadline to obtain a REAL ID. Long lines at DMV offices may become increasingly common. The TSA is encouraging individuals to check their IDs now and make an appointment if needed, as the deadline is firm. A TSA spokesperson said […]
Six Dead After Helicopter Crashes in Hudson River Near Jersey City A tragedy unfolded on Thursday afternoon when a Bell 206 helicopter carrying a family of tourists and a pilot crashed into the Hudson River near Jersey City, leaving all six occupants dead. The incident occurred around 3:15 PM, with eyewitness accounts describing the aircraft […]
Retail egg prices in the United States rose to a record high of $6.23 per dozen last month, according to the latest Consumer Price Index report released Thursday. The increase comes despite a recent decline in wholesale egg prices and no new outbreaks of avian influenza among egg-laying flocks. The continued rise in prices surprised […]
Tesla’s global deliveries fell 13% in Q1 2025, with 336,681 vehicles sold, down from 387,000 in the same period last year. Analysts had projected 408,000 deliveries, and Tesla’s stock has dropped nearly 50% since December. Several factors contributed to the decline, including: An aging vehicle lineup, with buyers delaying purchases ahead of an expected Model […]
Top national security officials under President Donald Trump mistakenly included The Atlantic’s editor-in-chief, Jeffrey Goldberg, in a secure group chat where they discussed upcoming U.S. military strikes in Yemen, according to a report published Monday. The National Security Council acknowledged that the leaked texts “appear to be authentic.” The messages reportedly detailed planned airstrikes against […]
A new podcast, Altadena: After The Fire, will chronicle the road to recovery in Altadena, California as this community navigates the aftermath of the Eaton Fire.
The Trump administration is reducing the US Department of Education’s workforce by nearly half, with layoffs and buyouts affecting about 2,000 employees. The cuts are part of a move to shift education responsibilities away from the federal government. “Today’s reduction in force reflects the Department of Education’s commitment to efficiency, accountability, and ensuring that resources […]
President Donald Trump announced on social media that he is doubling tariffs on Canadian steel and aluminum to 50%, citing rising electricity prices from Ontario as a key factor. “Based on Ontario, Canada, placing a 25% Tariff on ‘Electricity’ coming into the United States, I have instructed my Secretary of Commerce to add an ADDITIONAL […]
Former First Lady Michelle Obama and her brother, Craig Robinson, are set to launch a new podcast called ‘IMO’. They will discuss life experiences, interview celebrities, and take questions from listeners. The show will not focus on politics but will delve into personal topics such as marriage, raising kids, and adult friendships. “With everything going […]
Schools and colleges in the U.S. are facing a deadline to end diversity programs or risk losing federal funding from the Trump administration. Despite the deadline, few institutions are rushing to make changes, as many believe they are on solid legal ground. State officials in Washington and California have already vowed to fight any attempts […]