Wealthy countries may have to pay up over climate change
The International Court of Justice ruled that countries could be in violation of international law if they do not do a better job of protecting the planet from climate change. The advisory opinion also said nations harmed the most by climate change could be entitled to reparations from wealthier countries. ICJ ruling “Failure of a […]
Skydance pledges to make CBS News ‘unbiased,’ ends DEI ahead of merger
Skydance Media is promising to overhaul the culture of CBS News and its parent company ahead of its planned $8 billion merger with Paramount Global, pledging to implement diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives and appoint an ombudsperson to monitor complaints of bias. The commitments were detailed in new filings submitted this week to the Federal […]
Border Patrol seeks surveillance technology to see through walls
U.S. Customs and Border Protection wants the ability to see through walls. The agency is seeking sophisticated new surveillance technology after President Donald Trump signed into law a budget bill that earmarks more than $165 billion for immigration enforcement. A presentation obtained by The Intercept shows a wish list from the agency for “advanced AI” […]
Three Ohio officers shot, suspect killed in ambush
Three Lorain, Ohio, police officers were shot Wednesday afternoon — two were life-flighted to a Level 1 trauma center and one was taken to a local hospital, according to officials. The suspected gunman, a 28-year-old man, has died. Ambush during routine patrol Elyria Police Chief James Welsh spoke to reporters and said the Lorain police […]
Bill Belichick hype leads to earliest sellout in UNC football history
“Chapel Bill” has already made a lasting impact on North Carolina football and, where it counts most, brought in revenue. According to university officials, the Tar Heels’ six home games this coming season are sold out. The earliest that’s ever happened. Why did tickets sell out so quickly? The anticipation has been building since Belichick […]
State Dept. probes Harvard’s eligibility to sponsor international student visas
The U.S. State Department launched an investigation into Harvard University’s eligibility to sponsor international students under a federal exchange program, the agency announced Wednesday, July 23. The probe focuses on whether Harvard remains in compliance with the requirements of the Exchange Visitor Program, commonly known as the J-1 visa program. “The American people have the […]
FBI warns of online teen crime group ‘The Com’
The FBI has issued a public service announcement warning about “The Com,” which stands for “The Community.” This is a loosely organized, English-speaking international group made up of multiple linked communities, many of which include underage members who commit crimes online. Criminal activities involving ‘The Com’ According to the FBI, members of “The Com” are […]
Sailors, Marines Train to Create a Lethal Joint Force
Sailors assigned to the Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group and Marines assigned to the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit recently completed a Composite Training Unit Exercise, successfully demonstrating their ability to jointly create a lethal, warfighting force.
Late-night hosts rally behind Stephen Colbert after cancellation announcement
Stephen Colbert is not going quietly after CBS announced it would end “The Late Show.” During Monday’s monologue, the host spoke candidly about the decision, while fellow late-night hosts and celebrities rallied behind him. His remarks included jabs at CBS, President Donald Trump and a parody skit featuring surprise cameos by Lin-Manuel Miranda and Weird […]
