August 7, 2025

Group demanding answers after Ghislaine Maxwell prison transfer: Report

Norm Eisen’s Democracy Defender’s Fund is demanding answers about who at the Department of Justice approved the transfer of Ghislaine Maxwell, a convicted sex offender, to a minimum-security prison camp in Texas. The group has filed a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request seeking records related to the decision. The request includes any communications from […]

August 7, 2025

Lockdowns are back: China fighting new virus with drones, enforcement

Infected mosquitoes have ignited an outbreak of chikungunya virus in southern China, sending ripples of concern through public health circles. As the tiny winged carriers multiply, thousands of cases have already been reported, forcing authorities to act swiftly to halt the spread. Mosquito-borne outbreak grips southern China The manufacturing hub of Foshan, near Hong Kong, […]

August 7, 2025

Oklahoma to require ‘America First’ test for out-of-state teachers

Oklahoma public schools open next week, but one new policy is already stirring national debate. The state is preparing to require an “America First” certification test for prospective teachers moving in from out-of-state, particularly from Democratic-leaning regions. Who would take the test? State Superintendent Ryan Walters told Fox News the test would apply to teachers […]

August 7, 2025

Gabbard bypasses CIA, declassifies GOP intel report on 2016 election

Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard released a lightly redacted 46-page House Intelligence Committee report in late July, detailing claims that the Obama administration manipulated intelligence to tie President Donald Trump’s 2016 campaign to Russian election interference. The document — originally completed by GOP lawmakers in 2020 but kept in CIA custody due to its […]

August 7, 2025

FBI will help Texas law enforcement find 51 fleeing Democrats

The FBI agreed to assist Texas law enforcement in locating members of the Texas House of Representatives who fled the state in order to block the approval of a gerrymandered congressional map. Sen. John Cornyn, R-Texas, made the request on Tuesday and announced it was approved by FBI Director Kash Patel on Thursday morning.  “I […]

August 7, 2025

2020 deal shields Canada and Mexico from full tariff impact

An exemption spares Canada and Mexico from most tariffs imposed on goods. Although Mexico is currently in negotiations with the U.S. government, last week, President Donald Trump handed down 35% duties for goods coming out of The Great White North. USMCA origins and exemptions It dates back to Trump’s first term, when he struck a […]

August 7, 2025

How AI is charging hotel guests $500 for using a hairdryer

Don’t be surprised the next time a hotel tries to add on a hefty fee for smoking in a non-smoking room – even if you don’t light up. Experts say the integration of artificial intelligence by the hotel industry is leading to unintended outcomes.  AI-powered sensors used to detect smoking, for example, are producing false […]

August 7, 2025

Megadeal between ESPN and NFL is done, so what will change for fans?

A megadeal in the works for years between ESPN and the NFL became official Wednesday, strengthening the bond between two of the biggest entertainment brands in the country. The deal is estimated to be worth around $3 billion.    What are the main assets in the deal? As SAN reported Monday, the NFL, one of the […]

August 7, 2025

Officials confirm suspected Fort Stewart shooter was Army sergeant

Military officials confirmed to the media that the person suspected of shooting at least five soldiers at Fort Stewart in Georgia was a sergeant in the service. Officials have also confirmed the alleged shooter’s identity.  Army officials identified the suspected shooter as 28-year-old Quornelius Radford, who authorities said had prior ties to Florida. Army officials […]