Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook sued President Trump to prevent her dismissal. Trump cited unsubstantiated mortgage fraud allegations as the reason for her firing, a move Cook's lawyer argues is illegal and unprecedented. The lawsuit claims Trump's action violates the Federal Reserve Act, which requires "cause" for removal. Cook...
A 23-year-old shooter, identified as Robin Westman, killed two children and injured 17 others during Mass at a Minneapolis Catholic school. Westman, who legally owned the firearms used, died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Authorities are investigating the shooting as a potential act of domestic terrorism and hate...
Shohei Ohtani, recovering from Tommy John surgery, recently struggled to complete five innings in starts. Initially using short bursts, he now faces the challenge of pitching deeper into games. In a recent game against the Reds, Ohtani showcased improved performance, pitching five strong innings, utilizing a wider array...
Amtrak's new NextGen Acela trains are now running on the Northeast Corridor. These upgraded trains boast a top speed of 160 mph, 10 mph faster than the current Acela fleet, and offer 27% more seating. Despite being slower than some international high-speed trains, the NextGen Acela represents a...
Following the October 2023 war in Gaza, the US struggled to deliver sufficient aid due to Israeli restrictions. Internal disagreements within the Biden administration hampered effective action, with some advocating for stronger pressure on Israel, including withholding military aid. Despite airdrops and a costly pier, famine was declared...
Best Buy exceeded Wall Street's expectations for its recent quarter, reporting earnings per share of $1.28 (vs. $1.21 expected) and revenue of $9.44 billion (vs. $9.24 billion expected). However, they maintained their full-year forecast due to tariff uncertainty. While comparable sales rose 1.6%, a challenging market with...
Florida is ordering the removal of rainbow crosswalks and other street art, risking millions in funding. This decision, driven by Governor DeSantis, is seen as an attack on LGBTQ+ and other marginalized communities. The removal affects various art pieces, including murals celebrating these groups and even a 'Back...
The Powerball jackpot has soared to an estimated $950 million for Saturday's drawing, the sixth-largest in the game's history. This follows Wednesday's drawing, which had a jackpot of roughly $850 million, also unclaimed. Ticket sales have doubled recently. The cash value of Saturday's jackpot is approximately $428.9 million...
House Speaker Mike Johnson's new bill could severely impact his Louisiana district, where over one-third of residents rely on Medicaid. Thousands could lose health coverage due to new work requirements, affecting those already struggling with unemployment. Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs), crucial for healthcare access in rural areas,...
The New York Giants released quarterback Tommy DeVito, hoping to add him to their practice squad. However, the New England Patriots claimed him for their 53-man roster. Giants GM Joe Schoen wasn't surprised another team wanted DeVito, despite having three quarterbacks already. DeVito impressed the Patriots in the...
